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A Chicago Hair Stylist is a professional who specializes in cutting, coloring, and styling hair for clients in the Chicago area. They work in salons, spas, or as freelance stylists, helping clients achieve their desired looks. Many stylists also provide treatments like deep conditioning, balayage, or keratin smoothing. In addition to technical skills, they stay updated on trends and offer personalized style advice.

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A typical day for a Chicago Hair Stylist involves greeting clients, consulting on their desired looks, and performing services such as haircuts, coloring, and treatments. Stylists also manage their appointment schedules, sanitize their workstations and tools, and recommend hair care products to clients. Collaboration with other stylists and support staff is common, especially during busy periods or when assisting with salon events. Most salons in Chicago operate in vibrant, team-oriented environments where strong communication and professional skills help you to build a loyal clientele and advance your career.

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Hair Stylist Chicago, Illinois

Great Clips, Inc

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago


Great Clips rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 506 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 42 rated hair and beauty


Job description

Join a locally owned Great Clips® salon team and enjoy a rewarding career doing what you love! Whether you're an experienced stylist or a recent graduate, we're excited to meet you.
Great Clips is seeking experienced stylists for our Chicago locations. Full time or part time. A current Illinois Cosmetology License or eligibility to take the Illinois exam. Experience with both men's and women's cuts and willingness to learn. Great salon environment with incentive-based pay structure that rewards your skills. Guaranteed hourly wage, daily tips, paid time off, productivity pay, & 401K.
Why you'll love it here
Great Clips salons give you everything you need to succeed:
  • Great, reliable hourly wage plus tips
  • Flexible scheduling with dependable retail hours
  • Job stability and a steady flow of customers driven by the marketing of the largest hair salon brand in the world - no self-marketing to find clients, booth rent or hidden fees, and no appointments required
  • Skill training, one-on-one technical coaching, and ongoing development through Great Clips University (GCU)
  • Exclusive discounts on professional salon tools and products
  • Potential for promotions to management, career growth and development opportunities, and recognition for great performance
  • Innovative salon technology - like Online Check-In and the Great Clips App - that helps take care of the busy work so you can focus on what you love most: delivering great haircuts
  • A team environment where stylists help each other succeed
  • Consistent income you can count on - without upselling pressure, commission stress or competition for walk-ins

Employee offerings like medical benefits and paid time off (PTO) may be available at certain locations.
What you bring to the team
To join the Great Clips salon team as a stylist or barber, you'll need:
  • A valid Cosmetology or Barber License (requirements vary by state/province)
  • A passion for haircutting and helping customers look and feel their best
  • A desire to listen and make a difference through excellent customer service and genuine connections
  • A team-oriented attitude and desire to contribute to a great team culture
Who we are
As the world's largest salon brand, with over 4,400 locally owned and operated salons across the U.S. and Canada, Great Clips combines strong brand recognition, marketing, and support with a close-knit, team-oriented culture. We're passionate about cutting hair and providing great value for the whole family. Talented teams of skilled professionals, along with convenient hours and a great haircut experience, set us apart in our communities.
FAQ
  • Q: How do I apply for this job?
    A: It's easy to apply. Submit your application online, and a salon owner of your local Great Clips salon will review it and follow up with next steps. Each salon is independently owned, so timelines may vary.
  • Q: Do I need a license to work at Great Clips?
    A: Yes. You'll need a valid Cosmetology or Barber License. Licensing requirements vary by state or province.
  • Q: Do I need to bring my own clientele?
    A: No. Great Clips salons provide a steady flow of customers, so you can focus on doing great hair without self-marketing or building a client list.
  • Q: Do Great Clips salons offer color services?
    A: No, Great Clips salons focus on haircutting. This allows stylists to work efficiently, build strong technical skills, and enjoy consistent, predictable days.

All Great Clips® salons are independently owned and operated by third-party franchisees. Franchisees, not Great Clips, Inc., are responsible for all hiring and personnel matters at their individual salons.
Job Ref #: 2025-60891

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About Great Clips

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Great Clips, Inc. was established in Minneapolis, Minnesota by founders David Rubenzer and Steve Lemmon in 1982, a time when most people received haircuts in one of three ways: in full-service hair salons, from barbershops or at home. As a stylist and businessman, David could see that the industry was changing. Customers were looking for a hair salon service that could fit their busy lifestyles and desire for value. To be part of that change – rather than find themselves competing with it – David and Steve developed the then-radical concept of a walk-in haircare salon with weekend and evening hours, offering customers a select list of services, and providing benefits for stylists. After the founders opened several successful hair salons, Ray Barton joined David and Steve as an owner in March 1983. With Ray's help and expertise in franchising, the trio set about growing the Great Clips hair salon brand. That success continues through today.

Industry

Personal services

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US