Blunt Salon & Spa

4817 49 street, Yellowknife, NT, X1A3S7

Is Hiring

Hair stylist

Blunt Salon & Spa is an unexpected artist sanctuary in the heart of the Northwest Territories. We support our staff in mastering their craft through continuing education, and encourage brilliance in the industry, raising the bar for salon experience in the North. Supportive, passionate and driven to ensure that all members of our team succeed.

Joining us will allow you to create a schedule that fits your lifestyle and provide services you are passionate about.

Job Specifications:

• Booking appointments, correspondence with clients in English via e-mail, telephone, or text message
• Welcome customers and identify their preferences by asking pointed questions

•  Recommend hairstyles and haircuts according to customers’ face shapes and tastes
•  Wash, rinse and dry clients’ hair using appropriate shampoos and conditioners (e.g. for oily hair or dry scalp)
•  Cut, trim and shave hair using professional equipment
•  Apply a wide range of hair coloring techniques, like highlights, ombre and balayage
• Create hairstyles for formal events and everyday looks, including braids, ponytails and buns
• Apply hair treatment products, as needed (e.g. color protection creams and hydrating masks)
• Form bonds with loyal customers and remember their hairstyle preferences
• Ensure tidiness of beauty stations and sterilize tools, as needed
• Cross-sell hair care products or services, when appropriate

Benefits:

50% commission Experienced stylists charge $100/hr plus product cost.

Requirement:

• Work experience as a Hair Stylist, Hairdresser, Colorist or similar role
• Proficiency in hair straightening and curling methods, using hot irons and curlers
• Hands-on experience with various coloring techniques
• Knowledge of a wide range of haircuts, suitable for all hair lengths (e.g. braids and top knots)
• Familiarity with hair treatment products and services, like keratin smoothing
• Up-to-date with industry trends
• Excellent communication skills
• Physical stamina to stand for long hours
• Flexibility to work in shifts

Schedule:

Flexible Full time, day shift / evening shift

Please follow our salon @bluntyk and owners @hair_by_olivia_patterson and @beauty.byjillian

If you are interested in the position, please send your resume and visual portfolio at hello@bluntyk.com