Hair Color Bar Assistant, Licensed Cosmetologist

Assistant Colorist, Hair Color Bar The Assistant Colorist at Madison Reed Hair Color Bar supports Licensed Colorists and the Shift Lead to deliver a seamless guest experience from arrival to departure. In this role, you will learn a range of services—including consultations, hair care products, shampooing, conditioning, blowout services, and the unlimited roots membership program—while building relationships with guests and teammates. The Assistant Colorist is in training for promotion to Licensed Colorist in 3–9 months. The role reports to the Manager, can be full‑time or part‑time, and requires availability during peak business hours. Compensation: Base hourly pay of $28–$30, plus commissions and tips. Actual earnings depend on performance, tenure, and time behind the chair. Responsibilities: Provide a guest experience aligned with Madison Reed values (Love, Joy, Trust, Courage, Responsibility). Assist with behind‑chair services such as shampooing, conditioning, styling, blowouts, hot‑tool styling, and toner services, and apply add‑on products per guest request. Contribute to monthly sales goals and other key performance indicators—including retail sales, services, and memberships. Maintain cleanliness, merchandising, inventory, and asset security according to company standards. Follow Madison Reed systems, policies, and procedures. Drive revenue by increasing the average service ticket through additional services, unlimited roots memberships, subscriptions, and home hair care products. Show a proactive willingness to learn and complete the Assistant Colorist to Colorist Training, mastering color theory and behind‑chair application skills. Physical Demands: Stand and walk for at least four consecutive hours; repeat bending, twisting, and reaching; manipulate fingers and hands when moving up to ten pounds. Occasionally sit, kneel, crouch, push, pull, or lift up to ten pounds. Regular communication with guests through ongoing conversations and consultations is required. Qualifications: Active cosmetology license in the state where applying. Entry‑level experience in customer service, retail sales, or salon/beauty industry preferred. Strong communication, problem‑solving, and people skills in a fast‑paced environment. Comfortable operating point‑of‑sale systems. Fluency in English. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision & FSA (full‑time only) Employee Assistance Program (full‑time and part‑time) Pre‑tax Commuter Basic (full‑time only) Life AD&D (full‑time only) Short & Long‑term Disability (full‑time only) Accident Insurance (full‑time only) Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity (full‑time only) Parental Leave (full‑time, dependent on tenure and position) Team Member Discount: Working Advantage (full‑time & part‑time) Pet Insurance (full‑time & part‑time) One Medical Membership (full‑time & part‑time) The College Tuition Benefit (full‑time & part‑time) 401(k) Plans (full‑time & part‑time) Paid Vacation Time (full‑time only) Paid Holidays (full‑time & part‑time) Equal Opportunity Statement Madison Reed is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, training, compensating, and promoting our employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, disability, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Inclusion is at the heart of what we do. Pay Transparency The posted pay range represents the expected compensation for this position. Actual offers are determined by a number of factors including the applicant's experience, skills, and location. #J-18808-Ljbffr madisonreedcolorbar