Barber Stylist - Full Time

SUMMARY:

The Barber Stylist is responsible for providing clients with personal services, including shampooing, drying hair, facials, cuts, and trims. They must ensure that the barbershop and common workspaces remain clean and sterile as per the state/jurisdiction Health Code. Additionally, they are expected to understand and effectively communicate the full Manifest brand proposition and membership offerings to clients as needed. The Barber Stylist must consistently deliver high-quality service, as outlined in the handbook and brand guidelines.

REPORTS TO: Barber Manager

DIRECT REPORTS: None

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Client Consultation, Services & Engagement

• Arrives on time for each shift
• Follows the dress code as outlined by company guidelines
• Maintains a high level of service-centric, positive interactions with all customers
• Consults with clients before each service to fully understand their desired look and set expectations for results and necessary upkeep
• Shampoos, conditions, and dries hair, applying additional products as needed for straightening, curling, or styling
• Cuts, trims, and styles hair according to client requests
• Shapes, shaves, and trims facial hair in accordance with company procedures
• Provides personal grooming services, including scalp, neck, and facial massages, as defined by company procedures Prepares hot towels for barber services

Sales & Marketing

• Promotes and sells Manifest Barbershop services in alignment with company guidelines
• Increases sales of memberships, products, and services, including converting non-members into members
• Markets and sells Manifest’s apothecary and retail products to both members and non-members

Barber Station & Retail Organization

• Organizes barber stations daily
• Organizes back bar and storage sections of the daily when not servicing clients
• Maintains a clean, safe, and sanitized work environment, including trash removal in all areas such as the back bar, workstations, reception, and retail spaces
• Cleans and sterilizes tools and equipment, including shears, combs, and clippers

Administrative & Operational Task

• Performs opening and closing procedures by completing required checklist
• Creates and maintains accurate service records for clients

Training & Development

• Completes initial and ongoing education in barbering techniques, grooming services, and other relevant training related to personal care and styling
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings and events as scheduled

SKILLS, ABILITIES & PERFORMANCE:

• Thorough understanding of current hair trends, styles, and cuts
• Proficient in the use of barbering tools and equipment, including shears, combs, and clippers
• Ability to assess clients' personal service needs and take corrective action if expectations are not met
• Active state barber license
• Knowledge of state board rules, regulations, and requirements
• Commitment to continuing education and maintaining necessary certifications and licenses
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to engage with clients and interpret complex or specific requests
• Comprehensive knowledge of salon services and Manifest offerings
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills
• Thorough understanding of hair styling equipment and proper maintenance
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Knowledge of Manifest’s operations, services, and expertise
• Strong ability to anticipate and meet the needs of members, clients, and staff
• Capability to achieve management-set goals with minimal supervision
• Serves as a knowledgeable resource for members, clients, and staff
• Exhibits positive behaviors to foster a supportive and professional work environment
• Monitors and responds to company emails within a reasonable timeframe

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Graduation from an accredited Barber or Cosmetology School
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid state Barber License required for each procedure performed
• At least three years of experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Continually required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Frequently required to talk or hear, utilize visual acuity to operation equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard
• Frequently required to stand, walk, and sit for prolonged periods of time
• Frequently required to lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to access and navigate the Manifest facility

DISCLAIMER:

The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements for this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, beyond an “at will” relationship.