Salon Assistant / Receptionist (Part-Time)
Sharkey's Cuts for Kids – Amherst, NY
Pay: Starting at $16.00 per hour+ opportunities to earn tips for small services such as hair tinsel, braiding, and other add-on services.
Are you energetic, friendly, and love working with kids and families? Sharkey's Cuts for Kids Amherst is looking for a Salon Assistant / Receptionist to join our team!
This is the perfect opportunity for someone who enjoys providing outstanding customer service in a fun, fast-paced environment. If you're a cosmetology student or aspiring stylist looking to gain salon experience, we'd love to meet you—but no cosmetology experience is required.
What You'll Do
- Welcome families and create a fun, positive first impression.
- Check guests in and out of appointments.
- Help keep appointments running smoothly by managing customer flow.
- Assist stylists by shampooing hair and preparing clients for services.
- Clean and sanitize styling stations between appointments.
- Keep the salon clean, organized, and stocked.
- Assist with birthday parties and special events.
- Jump in wherever needed to help create an exceptional experience for every guest.
What We're Looking For
- Outstanding customer service skills.
- Friendly, outgoing, and energetic personality.
- Dependable with a strong work ethic.
- Comfortable working with children and families.
- Team player who enjoys staying busy and helping others.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Cosmetology students and aspiring stylists are encouraged to apply, but experience is not required.
Schedule
We're primarily looking for someone who is available:
- Saturdays
- Sundays
- Birthday parties
- Additional weekday shifts as needed
Our busiest season is Back-to-School in August, when additional hours are typically available.
Why Sharkey's?
At Sharkey's Cuts for Kids, we make haircuts fun! From exciting salon chairs and entertainment to balloons and lollipops, we're dedicated to creating an amazing experience for every child and every family who walks through our doors. Our team is positive, supportive, and focused on delivering exceptional customer service while having fun at work.
If you enjoy working with people, love children, and want to be part of a great team, we'd love to hear from you!