Independent Contractor Opportunity (1099) | Chicago Gold Coast
Build Your Hair Business in a Professional Salon Setting
Gold Coast Beauty Spa by Shanzo is inviting licensed Illinois Hair Stylists and Cosmetologists to provide professional hair services in our Gold Coast salon. This opportunity is a strong fit for a stylist who takes pride in technical work, creates a polished client experience, and wants to grow a loyal book of business through rebooking, referrals, networking, personal promotion, and long-term client relationships.
An established clientele is welcome, but it is not required. The salon may also make salon-generated client opportunities available.
How the Opportunity Works
Services are provided as a 1099 independent contractor. 50/50 split on eligible hair-service revenue. You keep your tips. Estimated average earnings are approximately $30 per completed service hour or about $1,200 per week, depending on completed service volume and clientele. Commission earnings are uncapped; earnings are not guaranteed. Appointments and payment processing are managed through Clover. Professional salon workspace in Chicago's Gold Coast. You establish service availability that supports your independent business.
Your Client and Service Focus
Perform professional hair services within the scope of your license, training, experience, and demonstrated proficiency. Consult with clients about their hair goals and recommend appropriate services. Create a consistent, welcoming, and high-quality salon experience. Develop and retain clientele through rebooking, referrals, outreach, networking, social media, and other promotional activity. Keep appointments and client information accurate in Clover. Maintain a clean, organized, and properly sanitized service area. Follow applicable Illinois licensing, sanitation, infection-control, and safety requirements. Communicate professionally with clients and represent both your independent business and the salon responsibly.
Services You May Offer
Haircuts and trims Blowouts, silk presses, and thermal styling Shampoo, conditioning, and hair treatments Single-process color, highlights, balayage, and corrective color Natural hair styling and protective styles Relaxers, smoothing services, and texture services Formal, bridal, and special-event styling Hair extensions, when supported by demonstrated training and proficiency
What We're Looking For
Active Illinois Cosmetology License Strong technical ability in one or more hair-service categories Professional portfolio or social media page that shows your work Working knowledge of sanitation, product handling, and infection-control practices Strong consultation, communication, and client-service skills Ability to independently promote services and build, manage, and retain clientele Professionalism, reliability, attention to detail, and a business-owner mindset
Independent Contractor Information
This is not an employee position. The selected stylist will provide services as a 1099 independent contractor and is responsible for federal, state, and local taxes, including self-employment taxes. Independent contractors are not eligible for employee benefits. Compensation is commission-based, is not guaranteed, and varies according to completed service revenue and individual business activity.
Benefits
Employee discount
Work Location: In person
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