Job Description

About Our Client:
A premium hair salon based in the Midrand/Waterfall area is seeking a qualified Junior to Mid?Tier Hair Stylist. The salon emphasises healthy hair above all: focusing on condition, using world?class products, and delivering smooth, frizz?free hair, vibrant colour, and treatments that restore and enhance manageability and shine. Services include cuts & styling, colour, keratin/smoothing/treatments, extensions, curly hair & special treatments. The environment is professional yet welcoming, with strong technical standards and personalised customer care.
Role Overview:
To support senior stylists by delivering high?quality hair services, while growing in technical and client?management skills. The stylist will contribute to a positive client experience, maintain salon hygiene and product knowledge, and uphold the salons reputation for excellence in hair condition and styling.
Key Responsibilities:

• Perform haircutting & styling services (womens, mens, childrens).
• Perform colouring services: base colour, highlights, balayage (as per skill level).
• Assist with advanced services: treatments (keratin / smoothing / repair), extensions, curly hair styling.
• Consult with clients on hair condition, lifestyle and desired results; recommend treatments and products.
• Maintain up?to?date product knowledge (premium hair care brands).
• Maintain hygiene and salon standards: sterilise tools, clean workstations, chemical safety.
• Support salon operations: booking, stock control, client follow?ups.
• Engage in continuous professional development and training.

Skills & Qualifications Required

• Essential / Minimum:

• Bilingual English & Afrikaans
• Cosmetology / Hairdressing qualification or certificate.
• 1?3 years salon experience (junior to mid?tier).
• Proficiency in basic cuts & styles, blow?drying, colouring.
• Good customer service skills; able to build rapport.
• Strong work ethic; reliable, punctual, presentable.
• Good communication skills; team player.
• Desirable / Bonus:

• Additional training in advanced colour techniques or keratin systems.
• Experience with extensions, curly hair, balayage, precision cutting.
• Familiarity with high?end hair care product ranges.
• Ability to upsell products/services consultatively.
• Portfolio or social media showcasing styling/colour work.

Experience Levels & Expectations
Junior Stylist: 1?2 years experience, performing basic cuts, styling, and colour under supervision. Expected to progress into more advanced services.
Mid?Tier Stylist: 3?5 years experience, capable of advanced colour, styling, smoothing/keratin treatments, and working more independently.
Working Conditions
Standard salon hours (including Saturdays). Standing for extended periods and working with chemicals/heat tools is required. Professional appearance and adherence to hygiene standards is essential.
What the Salon Offers

• Exposure to premium product lines and techniques.
• Training and mentorship from senior stylists.
• Opportunity to build a strong professional portfolio.
• Supportive, professional environment focused on client satisfaction.

Why Join Us?

• Salary Range: R6,000 R9,000 per month, depending on years of experience, level of qualification, and technical skills. Potential for bonuses or incentives may apply.

Skills Required