Job Description
Job DescriptionAbout the Role
Join Fashion Forward Salon as a Hair Stylist where your talent, creativity, and clientele can truly thrive. We are a salon that prioritizes education, high-end services, and a personalized client experience.
We’re looking for a skilled stylist who is confident behind the chair, passionate about continued growth, and excited to work in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
This role is best suited for a stylist who already has an established clientele and is ready to grow within a salon that values quality, consistency, and elevated service.
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Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality hair services including cutting, coloring, styling, and treatments
- Deliver an elevated, personalized experience for every client
- Conduct thorough consultations to understand client goals and maintain hair health
- Stay up to date with current trends, techniques, and continued education
- Maintain a clean, organized workstation and follow all sanitation standards
- Recommend professional products and services to support client results
- Build and maintain strong relationships to encourage client retention
- Grow and maintain a loyal personal clientele
- Participate in salon education, trainings, and team collaboration
- Support salon events, promotions, and community initiatives as needed
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Requirements
- Active Cosmetology License (Virginia)
- Established clientele and ability to bring and retain clients
- Experience with modern coloring techniques (blonding, balayage, lived-in color, etc.)
- Strong cutting and styling skills
- Passion for continued education and staying current in the industry
- Professional, reliable, and team-oriented
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Confidence in retail product recommendations
- Social media presence or willingness to promote your work and build your brand
- Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends as needed
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About Us
Fashion Forward Salon has proudly served the community for over 10 years, originally established in Haymarket and now located in Gainesville for the past 5 years.
We are a growth-focused salon that prioritizes education, high-end services, and a collaborative team environment. Our goal is to provide exceptional results for our clients while creating a space where stylists feel supported, inspired, and set up for long-term success.
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What We Offer
- Flexible scheduling
- Supportive, team-oriented environment
- Ongoing education and training opportunities
- Established salon reputation and client flow