Associate

Job Title: Hair Stylist Assistant / Salon Assistant

Location: Parlour 818

3306 Millwood Ave

Columbia, SC 29205

Position Type: Full-Time (40 hrs/wk)

About Us

At Parlour 818, we pride ourselves on delivering a luxury, high-energy, and flawless experience for every client who walks through our doors. We are a team of passionate professionals dedicated to growth, education, and exceptional service. We are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented salon Associate to join our team and grow with us.

Overview

As an Associate, you are the backbone of our daily workflow and the key to a seamless client experience. You will work side-by-side with our talented styling team, learning the ins and outs of a high-end salon while ensuring the space remains immaculate, organized, and welcoming.

This is an incredible opportunity for a licensed cosmetologist (or soon to be licensed) looking to sharpen their skills, gain hands-on industry experience, and fast-track their career.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Stylist Support: Assist with color prep, formula mixing under supervisor direction, applying color, and executing high-quality blowouts.

Salon Efficiency: Keep stylist stations clean, sanitized, and turned over quickly between clients. Ensure towels and capes are constantly laundered, folded, and stocked.

Elevate the Client Experience: Warmly greet guests while assigned to the front desk, prepare and serve beverages, and manage the shampoo bowl experience with luxury treatments and scalp massages.

Qualifications

Must hold a valid cosmetology license or be currently enrolled in an accredited beauty school and graduating soon.A strong passion for the hair industry and a desire to learn advanced techniques.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills—you love talking to people and making them feel pampered.Thrives in a fast-paced environment, with a proactive “see a need, fill a need” mindset.Punctual, professional appearance, and a reliable team player.Full time availability and reliable transportation.

What We Offer

Hands-on mentoring and real-world experience from senior stylists.Access to continuing salon education from L’Oreal Professionel and product knowledge classes.A supportive, collaborative, and energetic team culture.Clear pathways for career advancement into a full-time stylist position behind the chair upon completion of the Associate program.Employee discount on top tier products.Salon equipment and supplies.

To apply visit our website parlour818.com and go to join our team and send your resume to [email protected]. We can’t wait to meet you!