Makeup Artist and Receptionist

Makeup Artist + Receptionist at Salon 718

Job Description
Creativity + Heart in Every Detail

At Salon 718, we blend artistry with hospitality. As a Makeup Artist + Receptionist, you'll enhance guest confidence through beauty services while also creating a warm, seamless arrival experience that sets the tone for their visit.

This is a unique hybrid role for someone who loves people, beauty, and team energy.

You are someone who:

• Is creative, intuitive, and detail-oriented
• Loves connecting with people and making them feel comfortable quickly
• Brings strong makeup artistry skills and a natural hospitality mindset
• Thrives in a team-based, fast-paced environment
• Communicates clearly, kindly, and professionally
• Takes pride in organization and follow-through
• Values inclusivity and working with diverse skin tones, hair textures, and identities
• Wants to grow within a supportive, education-focused salon company

• Deliver personalized makeup services for events, bridal, photoshoots, and special occasions
• Customize looks based on guest features, preferences, and comfort level
• Educate guests on product use and maintenance when appropriate
• Maintain sanitation and kit cleanliness standards

• Greet guests warmly and set the tone for their visit
• Support booking, check-in, checkout, and guest flow
• Assist with phone, email, and booking platform communication
• Help maintain a calm, organized front-of-house environment

• Support stylists and team members during busy service periods
• Assist with guest transitions and experience continuity
• Help maintain retail presentation and guest areas
• Contribute to social content, events, or guest experience initiatives when needed

• Guests feel seen, heard, comfortable, and confident
• Makeup services feel personalized, modern, and professional
• The front desk feels calm, welcoming, and organized
• The team feels supported and set up for success
• You help create emotional loyalty — not just transactions

This is more than two jobs in one.

You are a bridge between beauty and hospitality. You help create the first impression, the lasting impression, and many meaningful moments in between.

If you love helping people feel confident, cared for, and celebrated — this role was built for you.

• Valid NY Esthetics or Cosmetology License (if performing makeup services requiring licensure)
• Makeup portfolio (bridal, event, or editorial preferred)
• Previous customer service or front desk experience preferred
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Availability for evenings and weekends as needed
• Experience in the beauty industry or beauty salons required

• Hourly + service commission opportunities (based on structure)
• Retail commission opportunities
• Education and skill development opportunities
• Clear growth pathways within Salon 718