Renaissance Curls Assistant Hair Stylist New York, NY · Part time Company website

This position is a great chance to grow your natural hair skills. You will join our training program, learn our techniques, and work side by side with senior stylists who are dedicated to helping you succeed.

About Renaissance Curls

Renaissance Curls is an NYC based Natural Hair Salon, specializing in hair care for kinky, tightly coiled, and curly hair. Our goal is to make clients feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for during their entire visit, and to provide them the education needed to manage their hair at home.

Our salon takes a team-based approach, so clients benefit from the expertise of multiple stylists during your visit. One may handle your wash, another may focus on treatments or prep, and another will bring your look to life with the final style or cut. By working together, we make sure every strand is cared for with the highest level of attention.

Description

If you love working with curly and coily hair, enjoy helping clients feel confident, and want to continue developing your skills, we'd love to meet you!


Renaissance Curls is a team-based natural hair salon in Harlem specializing in curly and coily hair. We're looking for experienced Styling Assistants who are passionate about textured hair, committed to excellent client care, and excited to grow in a supportive, education-focused environment.


You'll work alongside experienced stylists, receive hands-on education, and develop your skills while contributing to a team that believes in helping each other succeed.


What You'll Do


  • Shampoo, detangle, condition, and treat naturally curly and coily hair
  • Assist stylists with client services and preparation
  • Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient salon environment
  • Support the entire team in delivering an excellent client experience
  • Participate in ongoing education, practice, and skill development


Training & Growth


We believe in developing great stylists through education, practice, and real experience.

  • 90-day foundation program: Learn and demonstrate proficiency in our techniques, service standards, and client experience.
  • Learning Chair: Participate in supervised, hands-on training sessions.
  • Continued development: Opportunities to expand your skills and take on additional responsibilities as you demonstrate proficiency.
  • Advanced education: Additional training opportunities, including hair color education for eligible cosmetology licensees.


Growth opportunities are based on demonstrated skills, performance, reliability, and business needs.


Schedule


Weekend and evening availability and participation in mandatory Monday training sessions are required.

Additional shifts may become available upon completion of foundational training, based on performance and salon needs.


Our hair salon operates Thursday through Monday.


Requirements


You Must Have:

  • Valid Cosmetology License or Natural Hair License
  • 1-2 years of experience styling naturally coily and curly hair
  • Confidence with shampooing, detangling, and basic natural hair styling
  • Skills demo required: If selected, you'll complete a short in-person styling demonstration before we finalize hiring
  • Strong communication skills
  • A positive attitude toward coaching, feedback, and continued learning
  • Consistent attendance, punctuality, and a team-oriented mindset


Nice to Have:

  • Photos or portfolio of your work with textured hair
  • Previous salon or customer service experience


If you're passionate about natural hair, take pride in your work, and want to grow with a team that values education, collaboration, and excellent client care, we'd love to hear from you!

Salary

$17 - $17 per hour