Depends on who the manager is - Hair Stylist Great Clips Employee Review

3.0
7 Jun 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

It's great for newly licensed cosmetologists You still get a base pay so if it's a slow day you're still getting paid by the hour. Continuing education Selling products raises your pay each week (you have to sell A LOT) I loved the 2nd manager And I loved the owner of the store

Cons

Base pay is low You have to cut a ridiculous amount of clients daily to raise your pay, but if the next day is slow everything you did the day before goes away. High turnover with stylists My first manager was HORRIBLE It's mainly girls so theirs a lot of cattiness and unnecessary drama The salon makes a lot of money but the stylists base pay is barely above minimum wage.

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Great Clips Response
3y
We appreciate your feedback. Because each salon is independently owned and operated, your franchisee would be the best person to address your concerns. Please contact them directly regarding any issues with employment.

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5.0
22 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Flexible schedules, 401k, health, & dental benefits, bonuses (based on salon performance, base wage with poetional to hit commission on service & product sales, fun friendly & welcoming environment for employees/customers, continuing education for growth in the industry, professional career growth with Great Clips (depending upon your franchise)

Cons

Haircutting exclusive so if you enjoy other services in the industry (chemicals, waxing, updo styling) this is not the place Franchised salons, so salons are ran differently.

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Great Clips Response
1d
We appreciate you sharing your experience and all that you do to support your salon every day. Thank you for being part of the team and for everything you do to create a GREAT experience in the salon.
2.0
24 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Nice customers. Generous customers. Easy work.

Cons

Horrible coworkers. Horrible management. Horrible franchise owners.

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Great Clips Response
1d
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re sorry to hear it didn’t meet expectations. Because each salon is independently owned and operated, we encourage you to reach out directly to your franchisee, as they’re best positioned to address employment-related concerns.
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