Licensed Salon Manager

Sport Clips Haircuts of New Bern, NC is hiring a Salon Manager to lead a high-performing men’s and boys’ hair salon. This role is ideal for a licensed cosmetologist who enjoys coaching teams, managing salon operations, and delivering a consistent, high-quality customer experience.

As Salon Manager, you will oversee daily operations, support and develop stylists, and create a positive, team-focused salon culture while running the business with confidence and integrity.

Managers typically earn $60k-90k annual salary, including tips and performance bonuses.

Not Quite Ready for a Manager role? We've got you covered. We offer a comprehensive Manager-in-Training program. Licensed hair stylists who are not yet ready for a Salon Manager role can apply to our Manager-in-Training program, which provides hands-on leadership development in scheduling, inventory, customer service, and salon operations. We're always looking for future leaders who want to grow with us.

What a Salon Manager does at Sport Clips:

• Lead with Ownership: Manage daily salon operations - scheduling, inventory, and POS - to deliver a consistent, legendary client experience.
• Run It Like a Business: Oversee product ordering, inventory, and merchandising to support profitability and brand standards.
• Build a Winning Team: Hire, coach, and onboard stylists while fostering teamwork, accountability, and growth.
• Set the Service Standard: Champion exceptional customer service, resolve concerns, and maintain a clean, professional environment.
• Operate with Integrity: Support payroll and administrative needs while ensuring full compliance with licensing, safety, and company policies.

Why work as a Salon Manager at Sport Clips:

• Paid time off and Short-Term disability
• Instant clientele (Walk-in & Online Check-in)
• Medical, Dental, Life and Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Career growth into multi-unit and leadership roles
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Paid, ongoing industry-leading training & education on current trends and techniques, as well as business management and leadership
• Comfortable apparel & ergonomically designed flooring
• Employer-provided mental health support at no cost
• Supportive, fun, team-oriented salon culture
• Closed Major Holidays (Including Mother’s Day!)
• Recently named Best Places for Women to Work by Business Insider and Best Company Culture by Comparably

Salon Manager requirements

• Active NC cosmetology license or barber license
• Management experience preferred, including salon, spa, retail, or store management
• Men’s hair cutting experience in a salon is preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced salon environment
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends

Location Information:

3547 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd (Hwy 17)​ New Bern, NC 28562