Licensed Assistant Salon Manager

Assistant Salon Manager - Licensed Cosmetologist


Sport Clips Haircuts in Fort Wright, KY is hiring an Assistant Salon Manager to help support daily salon operations, develop our team, and deliver an exceptional client experience.


This opportunity is ideal for an experienced licensed cosmetologist who is ready to grow as a leader while continuing to work behind the chair. Our Fort Wright salon is busy, growing, and supported by a local franchise group with five successful salons in the area.


Compensation and Perks

• Hourly pay plus tips and commissions
• Additional compensation for Assistant Manager responsibilities
• $500 sign-on bonus for full-time Team Members
• $250 sign-on bonus for part-time Team Members
• Consistent walk-in clientele-no need to build your own book
• Raises based on position, performance, and tenure
• Anniversary bonus program
• Contests, rewards, and incentive pay
• $250 referral bonus following a successful hire

What You'll Do

• Provide high-quality men's and boys' haircuts while delivering the Sport Clips client experience
• Support the Store Manager with daily salon operations
• Help coach, motivate, and develop Team Members
• Assist with opening and closing responsibilities
• Support scheduling, shift coordination, and salon organization
• Help onboard and train new Team Members
• Reinforce service, cleanliness, and operational standards
• Assist with inventory, product displays, and salon supplies
• Help address client and Team Member concerns professionally
• Foster a positive, accountable, and team-focused salon culture
• Step into additional leadership responsibilities when the Store Manager is unavailable

What We're Looking For

• Active Kentucky cosmetology license
• Haircutting experience, with men's cutting experience preferred
• Previous leadership or team-lead experience preferred, but not required
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Dependable, organized, and comfortable taking initiative
• Willingness to coach others and accept coaching
• Ability to balance clients with leadership responsibilities
• Flexible availability based on the needs of the salon
• Interest in continued leadership and career development

Why Join Our Team?

• Five busy local salons with an experienced support system
• Paid leadership, technical, and business training
• Opportunities to advance into a Salon Manager or additional leadership role
• Flexible scheduling
• Insurance options, including life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance and mental health support programs
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Tool purchase program
• Employee discounts
• Sport Clips Stylist Relief Fund
• Comfortable sports attire and flexible uniform options
• Free parking
• No chemical services-no colors or perms

We believe strong Assistant Managers lead by example. You'll continue building relationships with clients while learning how to coach a team, support salon performance, and create an environment where Team Members can succeed.


Job Types: Full-time and Part-time


Compensation: Hourly pay, tips, commissions, performance incentives, and additional Assistant Manager compensation


License/Certification:

• Kentucky Cosmetology License required

Work Location: In person


Apply today to join the Sport Clips Haircuts management team in Fort Wright and take the next step in your leadership career!

Location Information:
1990 Highland Pike
Ft Wright, KY 41017