Barber

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Barber

Department: Salon
Reports To: Salon Manager
Location: Blondie’s Salon & Spa
Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Blondie’s Salon & Spa is seeking a licensed and passionate Barber to join our service team. In this role, you will deliver personalized, high-quality cutting, styling, and grooming services tailored to each guest’s individual preferences. The ideal candidate is a licensed professional who is client-focused, service-driven, and committed to continued education and growth. This role offers flexibility in scheduling, a competitive and progressive earnings structure, and the opportunity to thrive within a supportive, team-oriented, and high-end salon environment.

Key Responsibilities

Client Services & Experience

• Conduct thorough consultations to understand and meet each guest’s hair care needs

• Provide high-quality cutting, styling, and grooming services

• Maintain detailed records of guest preferences and services performed

• Educate guests on recommended home care products and additional services

• Encourage repeat visits through exceptional service and follow-up communication

Goal Setting & Performance Tracking

• Attend monthly one-on-one coaching sessions with salon leadership

• Submit a coaching reflection form one week prior to each session

• Track daily progress and align performance with individual and team goals

Continued Education & Growth

• Actively seek additional educational opportunities to enhance technical and service skills

• Refresh product and ingredient knowledge during downtime

• Engage in team knowledge-sharing and support a culture of ongoing development

Cleanliness & Sanitation

• Keep tools, implements, and work areas clean and sanitized at all times

• Maintain a neat, organized, and clutter-free station

• Ensure all shared spaces, including backbar and guest areas, are tidy and up to salon standards

Marketing & Business Development

• Maintain an active professional social media presence to showcase your work and attract new clients

• Participate in business-building opportunities, promotional events, and brand initiatives

Compensation & Benefits

• Earnings Structure: 40% service commission or hourly rate, whichever is higher; 10% retail commission; plus tips

• At-cost salon/spa services for employees

• No booth rent or product fees —all tools and backbar products are provided at no cost

• Paid time off (PTO) for eligible employees

• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance

• Paid continuing education to expand services and increase income potential

• Ongoing mentorship and quarterly performance reviews with salon leadership

• Comprehensive marketing support , including monthly advertising and a front desk team that actively books and manages clients for you

• Full administrative support , including scheduling, rescheduling, checkouts, and communication

• Phorest software for managing guest records, online bookings, and professional communication—without needing to share personal contact information

• Business and tax support to help with financial management and planning

• High-end salon environment that attracts clientele who value quality service and tip accordingly

• Collaborative, team-oriented culture that provides support when you need time off or flexibility in your schedule

Dress Code & Professional Standards

All team members are expected to maintain a sophisticated business casual appearance with a consistent standard of exceptional personal grooming and presentation . As a luxury salon and spa, our team's professionalism and image reflect directly on the brand. A polished, client-ready appearance and professional conduct are required at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Indiana Barbering License or Certification

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Confidence in conducting consultations and recommending services and products

• Excellent time management and scheduling discipline

• Ability to build lasting client relationships and deliver consistent service

• Commitment to personal and professional growth in a collaborative setting

Level System & Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Blondie’s Salon & Spa operates on a level system that offers structured career progression. Team members have the opportunity to "level up" quarterly based on their performance, skills, and client development. Performance is evaluated through formal reviews and the following KPIs:

• Average Service Ticket

• Average Retail Ticket

• Prebook Percentage

• New Client Retention

• Existing Client Retention