Overview:
Salon Manager
Lead. Inspire. Style.
Are you a licensed cosmetologist with leadership experience who loves developing people, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and creating a positive team culture?
Drybar is looking for a hands-on Salon Manager to lead one of our Washington DC, Virginia or Maryland locations. This is a working leadership role, meaning you'll coach and develop your team while stepping behind the chair when needed to support the business and deliver the exceptional service our guests expect.
Responsibilities:
What You'll Do
- Lead and develop a team of Stylists and Bartenders
- Create an engaging, high-performing team culture
- Deliver an exceptional guest experience every day
- Support the team behind the chair during busy periods
- Oversee daily operations, staffing, scheduling, and shop performance
- Drive retail sales, memberships, and operational excellence
Qualifications:
What You'll Bring
- Active Cosmetology License
- Leadership experience in a salon or other service-based environment
- Strong blowout and styling skills
- Passion for coaching and developing others
- Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills
- Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends
Why Drybar?
- Competitive salary plus bonus opportunities
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Complimentary and discounted services
- Leadership development and career growth
- Fun, fast-paced, team-oriented culture
Benefits:
Compensation & Perks
- We offer a competitive salary range of $50,000 – $60,000, thoughtfully aligned with your experience and expertise, plus the opportunity to earn a performance-based bonus tied to salon success and key business metrics.
- Performance-based bonus opportunity
- Career growth within a scaling, national brand
- Ongoing training and leadership development
- Fun, team-oriented, and high-energy work environment
At Drybar, we focus on one thing and strive to be the best at it.
No Cuts. No Color. Just Blowouts.®
Ready to lead, inspire, and make an impact? We'd love to meet you. Apply today!