Job Title: Nail Technician
Department: Spa
Reports To: Spa & Medspa Manager
Location: Blondie’s Salon & Spa
Status: Non-Exempt
Position Summary
Blondie’s Salon & Spa is seeking a licensed and detail-oriented Nail Technician to join our service team. In this role, you will provide exceptional nail services—manicures, pedicures, gel applications, and nail enhancements—while delivering a luxurious and personalized guest experience. The ideal candidate is highly skilled, professional, and passionate about the beauty and wellness industry. This position offers a flexible schedule, ongoing education opportunities, and the chance to grow within a supportive and high-end salon environment.
Key Responsibilities
Guest Experience
- Conduct personalized consultations to assess client needs and preferences
- Provide high-quality manicures, pedicures, gel services, and nail enhancements
- Educate clients on nail care, product usage, and at-home maintenance
- Maintain detailed service notes, product recommendations, and guest preferences
- Encourage repeat business through exceptional service, follow-up, and rebooking
Goal Setting & Performance Tracking
- Participate in monthly one-on-one coaching sessions with salon leadership
- Submit a coaching reflection form one week prior to each session
- Track service and retail performance to align with personal and team goals
Continued Education & Growth
- Attend paid education sessions offered by Blondie’s
- Stay up-to-date on current nail trends, techniques, and product innovations
- Share knowledge with teammates to contribute to ongoing salon development
Cleanliness & Sanitation
- Follow all sanitation and sterilization protocols in accordance with state board regulations
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional workstation
- Ensure tools, implements, and common areas are consistently sanitized and well-stocked
Marketing & Business Development
- Maintain an active and professional social media presence showcasing your nail work
- Share relevant photos and captions a minimum of twice per week
- Participate in promotional opportunities and salon-hosted events
Compensation & Benefits
- Earnings Structure: 40% service commission or hourly rate, whichever is higher; 10% retail commission; plus tips
- At-cost salon/spa services for employees
- No booth rent or product fees—all tools and backbar products are provided at no cost
- Paid time off (PTO) for eligible employees
- Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
- Paid continuing education to expand services and increase income potential
- Ongoing mentorship and quarterly performance reviews with salon leadership
- Comprehensive marketing support, including monthly advertising and a front desk team that actively books and manages clients for you
- Full administrative support, including scheduling, rescheduling, checkouts, and communication
- Phorest software for managing guest records, online bookings, and professional communication—without needing to share personal contact information
- Business and tax support to help with financial management and planning
- High-end salon environment that attracts clientele who value quality service and tip accordingly
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture that provides support when you need time off or flexibility in your schedule
Dress Code & Professional Standards
All team members are expected to maintain a sophisticated business casual appearance and adhere to a high standard of personal grooming and presentation. As a luxury salon and spa, the image and demeanor of every team member contribute directly to the guest experience. Professionalism, punctuality, and a polished presence are required at all times.
Minimum Qualifications
- Current Indiana Nail Technician License or Cosmetology License
- Proficiency in all aspects of nail care and nail enhancements
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Confidence in product and service recommendations
- Time management and organizational skills
- Dedication to continued education and team collaboration
Level System & Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Blondie’s operates on a quarterly level system designed to support professional growth and career advancement. Performance reviews include analysis of responsibilities, achievements, and development goals.
Key KPIs include:
- Average Service Ticket
- Average Retail Ticket
- Prebook Percentage
- New Client Retention
- Existing Client Retention
Join Our Team
COME EXPERIENCE ALL BLONDIE’S HAS TO OFFER
WHY CHOOSE US
Blondie’s Salon + Spa thrives on expanding our team with like-minded members. Our business doesn’t operate like the typical booth rental salon but instead offers a more stable environment that offers our employees continuing education and chances for growth. At Blondie’s, we invest in your professional and personal development believing that it leads to better results for both our customers and you. Whether it be advancement to a leadership role or a desired lateral move across departments, we hope to foster and inspire further exploration of different skill sets.
LET’S LEARN TOGETHER
At Blondie's Salon + Spa, we love learning and are passionately dedicated to the craft and culture of beauty. We do this to help us stay two steps ahead of industry styles and trends so we can offer top-notch services and experiences to our guests. You'll find such opportunities offered regularly and available for all our staff, including workshops, training with industry experts, mentorship, hands-on learning, and more so you can build your skillset on all-things-beauty related.
Looking for something more intensive? Ask about our hands-on Apprenticeship Program where we offer extra training for those who want in-depth, comprehensive learning to further their career at Blondie's. Whether you’re fresh out of beauty school or an established pro, our Program allows any and all to advance and level-up based on experience, performance, and productivity.
HOW TO KNOW IF YOU’RE A GOOD FIT AT BLONDIE’S
Join our team if you’re looking to surround yourself with a team that:
- Loves education and learning new things
- Loves change and growth
- Has great communication skills and is willing to have difficult conversations
- Brings positivity and joy to each workday
- Seeks to provide a WOW customer experience every time
- Collaborates to provide the best outcomes for our customers
- Appreciates flexibility and is willing to be flexible for others
- Loves a challenge