Licensed Salon Manager

Sport Clips Haircuts of Wood River is hiring a Salon Manager to lead a high-performing men's and boys' hair salon. This role is ideal for a licensed cosmetologist or barber who enjoys coaching teams, managing salon operations, and delivering a consistent, high-quality customer experience.


As Salon Manager, you will oversee daily operations, support and develop stylists, and create a positive, team-focused salon culture while running the business with confidence and integrity.


Managers typically earn $28-$38 per hour, including hourly pay, tips, and performance bonuses.


Not Quite Ready for a Manager role? We've got you covered. We offer a comprehensive Manager-in-Training program. Licensed stylists who are not yet ready for a Salon Manager role can apply to our Manager-in-Training program, which provides hands-on leadership development in scheduling, inventory, customer service, and salon operations. We're always looking for future leaders who want to grow with us.


What a Salon Manager does at Sport Clips

• Lead with Ownership: Manage daily salon operations-scheduling, inventory, and POS-to deliver a consistent, legendary client experience.
• Build a Winning Team: Hire, coach, and onboard stylists while fostering teamwork, accountability, and growth.

• Run It Like a Business: Oversee product ordering, inventory, and merchandising to support profitability and brand standards.
• Set the Service Standard: Champion exceptional customer service, resolve concerns, and maintain a clean, professional environment.

• Operate with Integrity: Support payroll and administrative needs while ensuring full compliance with licensing, safety, and company policies.
  Why work as a Salon Manager at Sport Clips
• Customizable benefits including Medical/Vision/Dental/Aflac

• Instant walk-in clientele
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance

• Career growth into multi-unit and leadership roles
• Paid, ongoing industry-leading training

• Supportive, fun, team-oriented salon culture
• Nationally recognized for career growth, diversity, and leadership

• Active ILLINOIS cosmetology license or barber license
• Management experience preferred, including salon, spa, retail, or store management

• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced salon environment

• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends
  Apply today to join Sport Clips Haircuts of Wood River and grow your salon management career with us.
  
  
  Location Information:
  1907 Vaughn Rd.
  Wood River, IL 62095