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We're hiring happy, energetic stylists and barbers to join our fun team! Sharkey's Cuts for Kids is a salon for kids ages 0–14, and we're on a mission to WOW every client from the moment they walk in. It's not just a cut — it's an experience.
What You'll Earn
- Earn $40–47/hour including tips
- Tips paid out immediately
- 20% commission on retail product sales
- Team appreciation rewards at back-to-school and the holidays
Perks & Work-Life Balance
- Flexible scheduling — we work hard to give our stylists set schedules
- Full-time (32+ hrs) and part-time (18+ hrs) positions available
- Steady, consistent bookings — we average 1,200+ cuts a month and are still growing, so no waiting around for clients
- Receptionist support to keep you cutting when you're back-to-back
- Paid sick leave
- A genuinely fun work environment
Why Our Team Loves It Here
- A hands-on owner who genuinely invests in her team — most of our stylists say they stay because of the support they get here
- New to kids' cuts or not confident with boys' cuts? We'll train you — several of our best stylists started exactly there
- We promote from within whenever we can — there's real room to grow
- Your creativity is valued and encouraged
- Smiles, positivity, and a crew that actually enjoys working together
A Day at Sharkey's
Picture a colorful salon with music playing, themed chairs, movies, video games, and fun distractions to keep kids happy and engaged. Every visit is designed to be an experience — for the kids and for you.
Picture a colorful salon with music playing, themed chairs, movies, video games, and fun distractions to keep kids happy and engaged. Every visit is designed to be an experience — for the kids and for you.
What You'll Do
- Create an exceptional, fun experience for every young client
- Listen and communicate clearly to deliver top-level service
- Recommend retail products suited to each client's needs
- Help keep the salon stage-ready and welcoming for every family
- Multitask comfortably in a fast-paced setting
What You'll Need
- Active cosmetology or barber license
- A love for working with kids
- A positive, can-do attitude
About Sharkey's
Sharkey's Cuts for Kids has been in business for 20+ years with 200+ locations nationwide. As a premier provider of kids' haircuts, we bring fun, excitement, and expertise to everything we do. We believe family comes first — and that work-life balance matters. Our salon is conveniently located on the corner of Lake Pleasant Pkwy and Happy Valley in Peoria.
Sharkey's Cuts for Kids has been in business for 20+ years with 200+ locations nationwide. As a premier provider of kids' haircuts, we bring fun, excitement, and expertise to everything we do. We believe family comes first — and that work-life balance matters. Our salon is conveniently located on the corner of Lake Pleasant Pkwy and Happy Valley in Peoria.
Ready to join a team where your creativity is valued? Apply today!
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