As good you as YOU make it - Assistant Manager Great Clips Employee Review

3.0
Mar 20, 2019
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

* easily achievable production so long as you cut hair under 15 min per customer * up to 20% commission on product sales *large customer base, which insures constant work ( better than industry standard due to constant promotion, marketing and sales) * 20 local salons, which enables room for promotion and growth * paid continued education provided by employer ( better than industry standard) * paid sick time up to 40hours per year *paid vacation up to 40+ hours per year * higher hourly wage for full time/flex employee *overtime available *travel incentive * student loan reimbursement ( industry standard) * 401k matching ( industry standard) * most managers are highly experienced and willing to grow and develop stylist's * company is designed to allow employee to maximize their own earning potential ( the harder you hustle and grind the more money you make) * most employees are promoted from with in the company, which contributes to a more loyal and unified environment

Cons

* in order to sustain an above average income you must consistantly optimize every single opportunity this company gives you to maximize your earnings potential. This leads to: long hours, almost no personal life, time away from family and burn out. * Health insurance is offered but not paid - high premiums and below industry standards * there is nothing that sets this company apart from other salon competitors that employ local stylists

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Great Clips Response
7y
Because each salon is independently owned and operated, franchisees may use a number of different factors to determine stylists total compensation and benefits. If you would like, you can email Jeanne@greatclips.com with the salon location where you are employed and details. We will forward it to your franchisee for you. If you prefer to be anonymous, please let us know. Thank you.

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5.0
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Pros

Great co-workers, good tips, generally busy, clientele overall friendly, management is super cool and will try to be as flexible as possible with your schedule.

Cons

Working evenings and weekends, but that is salon life.

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Great Clips Response
1mo
We appreciate you sharing your experience with us! Thanks for all you do at your local salon, and for being part of our GREAT team!
2.0
Jun 11, 2026
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CEO approval
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Pros

Meeting new people. Good tips

Cons

Low pay. High turnover rate.

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