Senior Hairdresser ~ Colour & Cuts

SO HAIRcutters · Clifton Hill VIC 3068 · Full-time · Est. 1993 $75,000 - $90,000 + super + performance rewards · 3, 4 or 5 day roster You're a senior hairdresser who is great behind the chair ~ confident with colour, precise with a cut and quietly wondering whether there's somewhere better Talent gets you through the door. But what keeps guests coming back ~ and what makes a team truly extraordinary ~ is something harder to name. In 33 years we’ve learned to recognise it immediately : it’s presence.Energy.The way you make people feel seen.That’s the essence we look for first and everything else follows.SO HAIRcutters is one of Melbourne’s most loved salons ~ a warm, welcoming presence on Queens Parade for 33 years. We’re a busy, thriving and passionate team who genuinely love what we do, the clients who trust us and the craft we’ve dedicated our careers to.We’re looking for a Senior Hairdresser to join us at what feels like the most exciting chapter in our history. Someone who is exceptional with colour, precise with a cut and ready to work somewhere that will invest in them as deeply as they invest in their clients. If that sounds like you ~ keep reading! WHO WE AREWe are Melbourne’s home of transformational hair ~ particularly in the world of curly and textured hair, where the work we do genuinely changes how people see themselves. Our Creative Director Phillip Calcagno has spent decades developing deep expertise across a broad range of curly and textured hair colour and cutting techniques, including Rëzo. When you join SO HAIRcutters, you get direct access to all of that knowledge ~ through real, hands-on mentorship woven into every month.Our strong brand brings a high level of new clients through the door consistently ~ giving the right person a genuine opportunity to build their column quickly. And because we care as much about the team as the clientele, you’ll find a space here that is ego free, energised and built around people who take their creativity seriously. THE PERKS- A competitive salary of $75,000 - $90,000 + super, and a performance reward structure ~ setting a strong standard for earnings in our industry- Your roster, your way ~ choose a 3, 4 or 5 day week tailored to your lifestyle- Bank your hours across three weeks and earn yourself a Saturday off ~ a genuine long weekend, regularly- We close from Christmas Day through the first week of January ~ a real, uninterrupted rest for the whole team, every year- Wellbeing days and mental health reset days ~ because this work is emotionally demanding and we take that seriously- Your birthday off. Paid. Every year. No exceptions- Complimentary and discounted services for you, your family and friends- An annual education allowance for external courses to support your growth and your direction- Active encouragement to build your personal brand within our teamTHE STUDIO SESSIONS™At SO HAIRcutters we run The Studio Sessions™ ~ our own education program that goes further than any technical training day you’ve been to before.We cover the craft: colour, cutting and curly and textured techniques led by Phillip. But The Studio Sessions™ also go into the things most salons never touch ~ your financial wellbeing, your mental health, preventing burnout, building your personal brand and planning a career that genuinely works for your life. We close the salon for these days. The whole team is present.Every session is built around one belief: “A hairdresser who is thriving as a person does their best work behind the chair” THE SUPPORT- Direct mentorship from Phillip ~ an educator with deep expertise across curly and textured hair colour and cutting- A close knit, ego free team entering one of the most exciting chapters in our 33 year history ~ established and welcoming, with real room to shape what comes next- A loyal clientele who value and trust your expertise ~ long term relationships, not revolving doors- Full front-of-house support so you stay focused on clients and craft, never admin- Clear pay progression with an annual salary review- Real career growth ~ we’re expanding, and we want the right people growing with us WHO WE'RE LOOKING FORYou might be:- A senior hairdresser ready to step up and lead- Someone who loves teaching as much as being behind the chair- An experienced stylist who wants to work somewhere that matches their standards- A hairdresser returning after time away who wants to come back to something genuinely worth coming back forWhat you bring:- Minimum 5 years behind the chair ~ strong colour experience is essential- Confidence across balayage, toning, colour correction and creative colour- Certificate III in Hairdressing or above- Warmth, passion and a can-do attitude ~ we hire based on heart- An interest in curly and textured hair ~ experience is a bonus, not a requirement- An annual education allowance for external courses supporting your growth- Active encouragement to build your personal brand within our team ONE MORE THINGFor the right person, this role carries a genuine leadership pathway ~ 2IC, Creative and Education Lead, or something we shape together once we know each other. If you have ambition beyond the chair and you’ve been waiting for a salon that will actually let you use it ~ this is that place. LET'S CONNECTIf you’re looking for a new hair home, a team that ignites your passion and doors to opportunities you haven’t had before ~ we’d love to hear from you.Send us an email or your resume to: careers@sohaircutters.com.auTell us where you’ve worked, what you love about the craft and what you’re hoping to build next. We read every message and we reply to every single one.@sohaircutters · @melbournecurlyhairspecialistBased overseas? We’d genuinely love to hear from experienced hairdressers in Ireland, Italy or the UK who are considering a move to Melbourne.Get in touch ~ let’s have a confidential conversation about what that could look like.Pay: $75,000.00 – $90,000.00 per yearBenefits:

• Employee discount
• Employee mentoring program
• Free food
• Paid volunteer leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Visa sponsorship

Application Question(s):

• How would you describe your colour experience and confidence across balayage, toning and colour correction?
• Which textured hair cutting techniques are you confident using?
• How many years of curly / textured hair experience do you have?

Experience:

• professional hairdressing: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person