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We are DIASPORA SALON. We are passionate about what we do, and it shows through our work and atmosphere! Our environment is one that is balanced in our collective love for for healthy hair, style, great conversation, professionalism, and service to others. We are seeking to add talented and sharp individuals that truly have a heart for service for the position of SALON ASSISTANT in our culturally diverse, natural and curly hair salon located in Baltimore, Maryland. The ideal candidate embodies EXCELLENCE in both their professional and personal lives.

SALON ASSISTANT

The goal of this position is to become a Junior Curl Specialist/ Junior Natural Hair Stylist within 6 months.

JOB DUTIES:
- Assist stylists with blow- drying, shampooing, conditioning, detangling, draping, style finishing, etc.
- Provide in- depth consutations to guests
- Be knowledgeable about all hair finishing and conditioning treatments and products and to explain the benefits of those products
- Handle POS transactions including, but not limited to completing service sales
- Educate clients on services and products and their respective benefits
- Consistent salon upkeep (inventory, sweeping, laundry, light cleaning, clean tools, etc.) during the workday
- Promote and faithfully comply with all policies and procedures
- Effectively communicate with customers via phone, in person, and through email
- Perform various other tasks as needed for the business

REQUIREMENTS:
- Possess sales/ salon/ retail/ hospitality experience (at least 2 years)
- Have *open* availability Tuesday- Sunday, and able to work 35- 40 hours per week, with possible overtime
- Possess excellent, clear written, oral and interpersonal skills
- Possess an extremely strong work ethic
- Well presented in style and attire, and have an image in alignment with that of the business (wearing of natural/ curly hair)
- Have a strong sense of “team” and be company/ brand driven
- Have reliable transportation
- Possess exceptional time management skills, good judgment, and the ability to multi-task
- Be adaptable, coachable, open and willing to receive training, information and instruction

BONUS but not required:
- Valid Maryland cosmetology license OR graduate of cosmetology school eligible to take the Maryland Cosmetology Board exam

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Continuous standing and walking throughout the day to perform duties, up to 10 full hours (with breaks)
- Continuous exposure to various chemicals and fragrances used in performing services and styling hair, including but not limited to hair color, lightener, shampoos, conditioners, hair styling products, heat tools and guest perfume
- Continuous repetitive movement with fingers, hands, wrists and arms, vigorous movement to massage/shampoo guest’s hair, blow dry thick hair and use of styling tools

BENEFITS:
- Health insurance credit
- Professional education
- Employee discount
- Retirement options

Interested in this position? Please send an email expressing your interest and a short introduction about yourself to yy@diasporasalon.com, or click here. No resume needed.

• Compensation: $15.00- $18.75/ hr (based on experience) plus tips
• Schedule: Tuesday- Sunday (open availability required)