Job Description
Job DescriptionBenefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
The Gents Place Luxury Barber & Business Club
Austin, TX (Great Hills Arboretum)
Full-Time | Closed Every Sunday
PLEASE READ FIRST (IMPORTANT)
This is not a job for everyone.
If you are looking for:
- A fast, high-volume shop
- A place where mediocrity is tolerated
- A culture with little accountability
- Just a paycheck
Please do not apply.
If, however, you are driven, coachable, values-based, and genuinely want to growprofessionally and personallykeep reading.
Who We Are (And Why People Choose Us)
At The Gents Place, we exist to MAKE A POSITIVE DIFFERENCE, not just cut hair.
For over 17 years, weve built the nations leading luxury barber & business cluband a culture people stay in for years, not months.
Our impact:
- 60,000+ meals served to homeless Veterans
- 5,000+ haircuts provided to the homeless
- 15,000+ suits donated to military men & women
- 10+ years of monthly community serviceWe believe excellence in service and excellence in character go hand in hand.
Why Our Team Members Initially Applied
They were tired of rundown, chaotic shops
They wanted a luxury, 5-star environment
They wanted more time to serve guests properly (not 13-minute haircuts)
They wanted Sundays off and real work-life balance
They wanted to be part of something meaningful and different
What Our Current Team Loves about TGP Today
The challenge and accountability
Weekly personal & professional development calls
A culture that expects growthnot comfort
Being pushed to become better, not stagnant
Knowing their work actually matters
The Role
As a Grooming Specialist at The Gents Place, you are not just a barber or stylistyou are a professional, a host, and a trusted advisor.
You will:
- Deliver exceptional mens grooming services in a luxury setting
- Create a 5-star guest experience every visit
- Build long-term relationships with members
- Participate in weekly development & coaching
- Represent a brand rooted in service
- Contribute to community outreach and impact
This Role Is FOR You If:
You hold yourself to high personal and professional standards
You thrive in a culture of feedback and accountability
You want to grownot stay comfortable
You care deeply about hospitality, not just hair
You believe service is a calling, not a transaction
You want to be part of a team that gives back
This Role Is NOT For You If:
You resist feedback or coaching
You dislike structure, standards, or accountability
You want to just do hair and go home
You are not aligned with values-based culture
You prefer high-volume, rushed environments
Requirements (Non-Negotiable)
- Valid Texas Cosmetology or Barber License
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Strong communication & hospitality mindset
- Team-oriented, coachable attitude
- Commitment to personal growth
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Competitive Pay
- Strong hourly base
- Tips & commissions
- Instant clientele (no booth rent, no cold start)
Industry-Leading Benefits
- Health insurance reimbursement
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off (including community service & mental health days)
- Paid training & education
- Parental leave
- Dental, vision, and disability insurance
- Employee & store discounts
Work-Life Balance
- Set schedules
- EVERY SUNDAY OFF (rare in this industry)
Loyalty Has Its Rewards (5+ Years):
- 100% employer-paid health insurance
- 17+ paid vacation days
- 100% 401(k) match up to 4%
Final Word
We are building something specialand we protect our culture fiercely.
If you are hungry to grow, eager to be challenged, and aligned with service-driven excellence, we would love to meet you.
Apply only if you are ready to rise to the standard.