Cosmetologist : VA-Gainesville

Benefits

• Events
• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Join Fashion Forward Salon as a Hair Stylist where your talent, creativity, and clientele can truly thrive. We are a salon that prioritizes education, high‑end services, and a personalized client experience.

We’re looking for a skilled stylist who is confident behind the chair, passionate about continued growth, and excited to work in a supportive, team‑oriented environment.

This role is best suited for a stylist who already has an established clientele and is ready to grow within a salon that values quality, consistency, and elevated service.

• Provide high‑quality hair services including cutting, coloring, styling, and treatments
• Deliver an elevated, personalized experience for every client
• Conduct thorough consultations to understand client goals and maintain hair health
• Stay up to date with current trends, techniques, and continued education
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation and follow all sanitation standards
• Recommend professional products and services to support client results
• Build and maintain strong relationships to encourage client retention
• Grow and maintain a loyal personal clientele
• Participate in salon education, trainings, and team collaboration
• Support salon events, promotions, and community initiatives as needed

• Active Cosmetology License (Virginia)
• Established clientele and ability to bring and retain clients
• Experience with modern coloring techniques (blonding, balayage, lived‑in color, etc.)
• Strong cutting and styling skills
• Passion for continued education and staying current in the industry
• Professional, reliable, and team‑oriented
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Confidence in retail product recommendations
• Social media presence or willingness to promote your work and build your brand
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends as needed

Fashion Forward Salon has proudly served the community for over 10 years, originally established in Haymarket and now located in Gainesville for the past 5 years.

We are a growth‑focused salon that prioritizes education, high‑end services, and a collaborative team environment. Our goal is to provide exceptional results for our clients while creating a space where stylists feel supported, inspired, and set up for long‑term success.

• Flexible scheduling
• Supportive, team‑oriented environment
• Ongoing education and training opportunities
• Established salon reputation and client flow