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Versus Salon Career Opportunity

Job Title: Hair Stylist / Curl Specialty

Versus Salon is seeking chic and talented people to join our fast growing team. Use your skills and experience to be part of something beautiful.

Responsibilities

Prescribe professional healthy-hair game plans and salon products to all salon guests. Acknowledge and greet all guests, and offer friendly, prompt, and courteous service.

Assist in salon duties.

Attend Versus Salon educational workshops, meetings and one yearly trade show.

Meet or exceed all individual sales and productivity goals.

Qualifications

Stylist must have current cosmetology license or working towards obtaining there license.

Existing clientele a plus.

Experience with curly hair is a plus.

Proficiency with current hair trends.

Knowledgeable with use of equipment needed to perform technical work efficiently.

Ownership of own professional tools (flat iron, curling wand, combs, clips, etc.)

Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and team player.

Practical, results-oriented attitude.

Excellent communication skills and ability to grow from constructive criticism.

Interest in and motivation to attend training and expand your craft.

Experienced with many types/textures of hair.

Flexible availability.

Versus Salon offers educational opportunities! We want to help you grow WITH us and become the best artist you can be. Our salon is growing very quickly and we are only interested in stylists who have the desire/ability to keep up with our pace by enthusiastically attending training, being flexible with availability, and providing exceptional-quality work.

Thank you for your interest in Versus Salon. Only serious calls or email inquiries. Please email your resume or link to social media portfolio of current work to be considered.

Required education:

• High school or equivalent

Required licenses or Interested in obtaining Cosmetology License through apprenticeship:

• Current Cosmetology License or enrolled in Cosmetology School
• or Interested in Apprenticeship via Versus Salon / Virginia Department of Labor

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salon Floor Leader / Lead Stylist

Position Summary

The Salon Floor Leader/Lead Stylist is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the salon by providing leadership, coaching, and technical guidance to the salon team. This role serves as a mentor to stylists and assistants, helps maintain exceptional guest experiences, and works closely with the Salon Manager to uphold Versus Salon's service, education, and performance standards.

Key Responsibilities

* Assist with the training, coaching, and development of new stylists.
* Serve as a technical resource for stylists by providing support with consultations, formulations, haircutting, color services, extensions, and styling techniques.
* Act as a liaison between clients and stylists to ensure guest expectations are met and assist with service challenges when needed.
* Mentor salon assistants and apprentices while monitoring their progress through the Versus Salon Training Check-Off List.
* Identify training needs and communicate learning opportunities or performance concerns to the Salon Manager.
* Assist the Salon Manager in planning and conducting quarterly education and in-salon training classes.
* Provide constructive feedback during quarterly stylist performance evaluations.
* Support implementation of salon service standards, consultation procedures, and client satisfaction initiatives.
* Assist in resolving guest concerns and service recovery situations while documenting and communicating issues to the Assistant Manager and Salon Manager.
* Promote teamwork, professionalism, and a positive salon culture.
* Lead by example through exceptional technical work, customer service, punctuality, and professionalism.
* Support retail sales initiatives by educating guests and team members on home care recommendations.
* Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and compliance with all state board regulations and salon policies.

Qualifications

* Active Virginia Cosmetology License.
* Minimum of 3–5 years of professional salon experience preferred.
* Advanced knowledge of haircutting, hair coloring, texture services, styling, and hair extensions.
* Strong consultation and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage challenging client situations professionally.
* Proven leadership, mentoring, and coaching abilities.
* Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
* Experience with salon management software (Booker, MINDBODY, or similar systems) preferred.
* Strong retail sales and product recommendation skills.
* Knowledge of sanitation regulations, color theory, and best practices for salon operations.
* Ability to assist with front desk operations and support overall salon workflow when necessary.

Preferred Skills

* Experience training or educating salon professionals.
* Passion for continued education and professional development.
* Strong conflict-resolution and customer service skills.
* Ability to multitask in a fast-paced salon environment.
* Experience with curly hair, textured hair, and extensions is highly preferred.