Hairstylist

Hair Stylist Job Description

A Hair Stylist, also known as a Hairdresser, is a professional who colors, cuts, treats, and styles hair. Their main duties include consulting with and advising clients, delivering a good-looking, successful end result that the client specified during the consultation process1.

Responsibilities:

• Welcome customers and identify their preferences by asking pointed questions.
• Recommend hairstyles and haircutsaccording to customers’ face shapes and tastes.
• Wash, rinse, and dry clients’ hair using appropriate shampoos and conditioners (e.g., for oily hair or dry scalp).
• Cut, trim, and shave hair using professional equipment.
• Apply a wide range of hair coloring techniques, such as highlights, ombre, and balayage.
• Create hairstyles for formal events and everyday looks, including braids, ponytails, and buns.
• Apply hair treatment products, as needed (e.g., color protection creams and hydrating masks).
• Form bonds with loyal customers and remember their hairstyle preferences.
• Manage bookings and serve walk-ins.
• Ensure tidiness of beauty stations and sterilize tools, as needed.
• Cross-sell hair care products or services when appropriate.

Requirements and Skills:

• Work experience as a Hair Stylist, Hairdresser, Colorist, or similar role.
• Proficiency in hair straightening and curling methods, using hot irons and curlers.
• Hands-on experience with various coloring techniques.
• Knowledge of a wide range of haircuts, suitable for all hair lengths (e.g., braids and top knots).
• Familiarity with hair treatment products and services, like keratin smoothing.
• Up-to-date with industry trends.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Physical stamina to stand for long hours.
• Flexibility to work in shifts.
• Valid license from a cosmetology school.

If you’re passionate about creating flawless haircuts and hairstyles and keeping up with styling trends, this role might be a great fit for you Ultimately, you’ll ensure all customers leave our salon satisfied with our services and feel happy with their new looks.