At Gene Juarez, we offer more than just a career, we provide an inviting, upscale environment where artistry and personalized service converge. Whether you’re beginning your journey or you are a seasoned professional, we create a space for you to refine your craft and elevate your career to new heights. Your future with Gene Juarez begins here, where you’ll have the opportunity to work with our wonderful guests, earn a steady income, and immerse yourself in a world where excellence is the standard. We invite you to be part of a legacy of unparalleled guest service.

This position is for our new West Seattle location, coming Spring '25!
 

We offer GJ team members:

Consistent guest demand and tools to grow your clienteleCompetitive pay & pathway for raisesHigh-end product lines (Goldwell, Oribe, Kerastase, R&Co/BLEU and more)Continuing education opportunitiesGenerous product and service discountsComprehensive benefits packageFull-time employees and qualified dependents are eligible to participate in the company’s medical, dental, vision, and basic life and AD&D insurance plans. Employees may also participate in Flexible Spending Accounts, elect long-term disability insurance and enroll in our company’s 401k plan. In their first year, employees accrue 1 hour of Paid Time Off (PTO) for every 30 hours worked.Part-Time employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. In their first year, employees accrue 1 hour of Paid Time Off (PTO) for every 30 hours worked.For more detailed information about our benefit offerings, click here

Compensation Information

Employees will be placed in one of the following three commission level bands depending on skillset and relevant experience. Employees are paid commission on Service Sales Revenue, which is the amount the guest paid for their service(s), plus paid discounts.

Experienced Level | 33%-38% commission + tipsExpert Level | 39%-44% commission + tipsPremier Level | 45%-49% commission + tips 

Our haircut and base color pricing is also commensurate with demonstrated skill. Below are the prices each level generally charges for these services. 

Experienced Level | Haircut: $72-$95, Base Color $90-$112Expert Level | Haircut: $96-$119, Base Color $113-$130Premier Level | Haircut: $120+, Base Color $131+

Employees in this position have the opportunity to earn retail product commissions per program guidelines. 

Employees are paid an hourly rate of $19.29 for any initial onboarding.

This position offers a hiring bonus program paying $1,000-$2,500 for qualified full-time candidates. Part-time candidates are eligible for a prorated amount.  

We are looking for those who offer:

Active Washington State cosmetology or hair design licenseExpertise in hair services (2+ years of experience providing services in a high-end environment)Excellent customer serviceExpertise in tailoring product recommendations to individual needsAssistance with salon operations when time allows, to maintain the flow of the guest experience
 

As part of our standard hiring process for new employees, employment with Gene Juarez Salons & Spas will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Gene Juarez Salons & Spas is an equal opportunity employer.