Salon Assistant / Associate at Whip Salon

Whip Salon is a modern, full service salon with 4 locations in Connecticut and 2 on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The Whip Salon brand is known for its trendy, superior yet friendly service, its talented team of stylists, its cool modern vibe, easy online booking, quality and value. Find us at whipsalon.com and follow us on Instagram at @whipsalon. Whip Salons are among the top-rated salons in all of its markets.

Whip Salon is seeking a Full Time Salon Assistant or Associate to join our team in Ridgefield, CT. If you're motivated, positive, and seeking a modern salon with lots of potential to grow your career, Whip Salon could be the perfect place for you. Please only apply to this role if you are currently enrolled in an accredited cosmetology program or recently graduated!

Responsibilities

• Join our Associate program to learn all the skills you need to be a successful hairstylist! Our program lasts 9–18 months, depending on your skillset. You'll receive lots of support and education to help you get onto the floor with confidence.
• Provide support for all of the stylists by helping with whatever is needed such as welcoming clients, hanging coats, and getting beverages.
• Perform cleaning duties required to keep the salon running smoothly: sweeping, cleaning product shelves, wiping down surfaces, windows and mirrors, dishes, etc.
• Uphold customer service standards as set by Whip Salon to ensure a high-end, consistent customer experience at all times.
• Keep workstations and tools neat and sanitized and ensure overall general tidiness of the salon.
• Wash, fold, and put away all laundry and ensure levels are maintained.
• Attend all staff meetings.
• Potential to expand role to performing shampoos and scalp massages.

Compensation

• This is a W2 position paying between $16–$17/hour depending on the candidate's skills & experience.
• Pay periods run weekly Saturday–Friday. You'll be paid by direct deposit every Friday for the previous Saturday–Friday.
• After 3 months of employment you will qualify for the Whip Salon 401(k) program.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited cosmetology program or recently graduated.
• High school diploma or equivalent (Preferred).
• 1 year of salon assistant experience (Preferred).

For more info please contact careers@whipsalon.com