Wouldn't recommend long term - Salon Manager Great Clips Employee Review

2.0
Jul 27, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

lots of clients good place to learn haircuts and gain efficiency

Cons

drama between co-workers no accountability for co-workers who are unreliable and not any added recognition for being reliable must do things the Great Clips way which is good and bad its a corporation end of day you are just another cog

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Great Clips Response
2y
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
Jun 22, 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
Jun 24, 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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