Okay to start out - Hair Stylist Great Clips Employee Review

2.0
Mar 27, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

You get tips from customers and hourly pay so if it’s slow you’re still being paid

Cons

Bad pay No work life balance No holidays off Overworked You’re just a number Stressful

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Great Clips Response
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We appreciate your feedback. Since each salon is independently owned and operated, your franchisee would be the best person to address your concerns. We always encourage employees to contact them directly regarding any employment issues.

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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.

2.0
Jun 11, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Meeting new people. Good tips

Cons

Low pay. High turnover rate.

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