Hair Stylist - Full Time - Crabtree

As a Hair Stylist at Crabtree, you will be responsible for providing professional hair care and treatment services to salon clients. This includes meeting personal service and retail sales goals, building a client base, providing quality service through technical skills, handling customer service issues, and ongoing education related to products and industry trends.

To apply for the Hair Stylist position at Crabtree, you must possess a valid and current board certified cosmetology license. While not mandatory, having two to five years of experience in the cosmetology or cosmetic industry is preferred as it can enhance your application.

Crabtree is committed to the continuous professional development of its Hair Stylists. We offer weekly in-salon training sessions with some of the most talented stylists in the industry, along with opportunities to attend external education classes offered by recognized names in the salon industry.

Building a client base at Crabtree involves proactively recruiting new clients and maintaining strong relationships with existing ones. This can be achieved by delivering excellent service, responding promptly to client requests, and actively managing client cards to track customer preferences and history.

Yes, the Hair Stylist position at Crabtree is a full-time role. We are looking for dedicated individuals who are passionate about the hair industry and committed to providing exceptional service while achieving sales and personal goals.

In your answer, highlight the length of time you've been a hairstylist, specific techniques you excel at, and any notable certifications or trainings you have completed. Mention how your experience aligns with the principles and goals at Crabtree.

It's important to stay calm and listen actively when addressing customer concerns. Share an example of a past experience and explain how you successfully resolved the issue, focusing on your communication skills and dedication to customer satisfaction.

Discuss specific techniques you're skilled in, like layering or texturizing, and mention any advanced methods you've learned. Align your techniques with current trends and indicate a willingness to learn additional skills that Crabtree may offer.

Explain how you follow industry developments, such as attending workshops, reading trade publications, or networking with other stylists. Highlight your enthusiasm for continuous learning, particularly in the context of the educational opportunities at Crabtree.

Your answer should reflect your admiration for Crabtree as a brand, including its commitment to professional development and a creative, team-oriented environment. Personally connect your career goals with the salon's values and mission.

Discuss the types of retail products you believe are essential for hair care and how you assess clients’ needs. Show your understanding of product quality and suitability, tying back to Crabtree’s offerings.

Share your strategies for managing time effectively, such as setting daily goals, maintaining organization in your workspace, and communicating with team members. Illustrate with examples from previous experiences to show your effectiveness in a fast-paced setting.

Talk about your approach to consultations, asking open-ended questions to gauge clients’ desires, and how you ensure their satisfaction. Emphasize the importance of communication and rapport-building that aligns with Crabtree’s commitment to client relationships.

Reflect on your traits such as creativity, teamwork, motivation, and a passion for learning in the beauty industry. Provide examples of how these qualities have positively impacted your work in the past to illustrate your fit for Crabtree.

Express the importance of listening and validating the client’s feelings first. Describe your approach to assessing the situation, offering solutions, and ensuring that the client leaves satisfied. This demonstrates your commitment to excellent customer service at Crabtree.