Position Overview
Booji Beauty Bar & Co. is hiring a talented and professional Braid Stylist to join our multicultural, education-focused team. We’re looking for someone with 5+ years of hands-on braiding experience, a strong portfolio, and a commitment to quality, efficiency, and guest care. As a Booji Braid Stylist, you will help us uphold our standard of excellence while delivering creative, fashion-forward braid services.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and ensure a positive, high-end salon experience
- Conduct thoughtful, effective consultations to align style outcomes with guest expectations
- Provide a wide range of protective braid styles, including but not limited to:
- Knotless and traditional box braids
- Feed-in cornrows and lemonade braids
- Passion twists, Senegalese twists, Marley twists
- Dreadlocks (starter, retwist, and maintenance)
- Perform braid extension services with precision and care
- Educate guests on braid maintenance, scalp care, and home care regimens
- Recommend retail products to enhance results and improve guest retention
- Maintain proper sanitation and cleanliness of tools and workstations
- Participate in front desk duties when needed (check-ins, phone calls, appointment scheduling)
- Collaborate with team members to uphold salon standards and contribute to a positive team culture
- Attend salon meetings, team-building activities, and ongoing education sessions
Required Qualifications & Skills
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Minimum of 5 years professional braiding experience (non-negotiable)
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Portfolio showcasing your work across multiple braid styles (digital or printed)
- Ability to complete styles within set Booji Beauty time frames
- High school diploma or GED
- Excellent guest service, communication, and active listening skills
- Punctual, teachable, reliable, and collaborative
- Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, and efficiency
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a professional salon environment
- Familiarity with salon software (e.g., booking systems, POS)
- Interest in pursuing a cosmetology license or enrollment in a training program
- Understanding of textured hair trends and scalp care practices
Core Values Commitment
All team members must embody Booji Beauty’s core values:
B.O.O.J.I. – Beauty, Outstanding Service, Ongoing Education, Joyful Atmosphere, and Integrity.
Benefits
- Commission-based depending on skill level and experience or hourly rate starting at $18.30
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Ongoing education & training
- Product and service discounts
- Flexible scheduling
- Advancement opportunities into mentor, educator, or lead stylist roles
- A supportive and inclusive salon culture
- Referral program
Schedule Requirements
- Must be available to work weekends and daytime shifts
Who Should Apply
This role is perfect for stylists who are:
- Just graduating and looking to be mentored
- Looking to re-enter the salon world in a collaborative space
- Experienced and ready to contribute their skills in a leadership-minded environment
Applicants with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.