Salon Assistant

The Curly Hair Salon is New Haven's go-to destination for curl-specialist care, built on 18 years of curl expertise. We help women leave the chair not just looking their best, but knowing how to care for their curls at home. We're growing, with a second location opening in Hartford, CT this fall, and we're looking for a Salon Assistant to help us deliver an exceptional experience to every client who walks through our doors.

The Salon Assistant is the backbone of a smooth, welcoming salon experience. You'll work hand-in-hand with our stylists to prep, support, and elevate every client visit, while also making sure the salon runs like clockwork behind the scenes.

What You'll Do

Shampoo, condition, and detangle client hair with care, following our curl-specific protocols
Style and dry hair, including diffusing, based on stylist direction and curl type
Greet and interact with clients warmly, helping them feel comfortable from check-in to check-out
Assist stylists during services, including sectioning, product application, and tool prep
Keep stations, tools, and the salon floor clean, sanitized, and fully stocked
Manage laundry, towels, and capes to keep things running smoothly
Support retail area upkeep and help clients find products for their at-home routine
Assist with scheduling, client check-in/check-out, and other front-desk tasks as needed
Learn and grow within our curl education system, with opportunities to build toward a stylist role

What We're Looking For

A GENUINE love for curls, people, and hospitality
Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player
Comfortable on your feet in a fast-paced salon environment
Prior salon, cosmetology school, or client-service experience preferred (not required)
Cosmetology license or current enrollment required
Coachable and willing to learn our curl-specific methods and systems
Positive, professional attitude, especially during busy salon hours

TENTATIVE Schedule

Tuesday 9am-7pm

Wednesday 9am-3pm

Thursday 9am-7pm

Friday 9am-4pm

Saturday 8am-2pm

***** Please note! Training will be held in New Haven. Job will officially start in October in Hartford.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Experience:

Hair Styling: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Cosmetology License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person