Part-Time Salon Manager

Part-Time Salon Manager (People & Development Focus)
Promethean Hair Lounge – NE Portland

At Promethean Hair Lounge, we’re more than a salon—we’re a space of inclusion, empowerment, and artistry. We specialize in curls, color, and community. As we grow, we’re seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Part-Time Salon Manager to help our team thrive 🌟

This role is ideal for someone who loves cultivating team culture, providing structure and support, and helping others stay accountable to their growth.

    • Oversee daily team operations with kindness, clarity, and presence

    • Ensure all team members are following the standards set in our employee handbook

    • Support onboarding of new hires and guide them through handbook orientation and training checklists

    • Maintain development plans and ensure regular check-ins with apprentices and stylists

    • Work closely with ownership to uphold a professional, inclusive, and values-aligned salon culture

    • Manage documentation related to staff goals, certifications, and policy compliance

    • Help identify and address areas for improvement, whether it’s coaching around timeliness, technique, or communication

    • Participate in staff meetings and support conflict resolution when needed with empathy and accountability

    • Grounded and organized, with a nurturing but clear communication style

    • Familiar with salon or beauty service environments (bonus if you’ve led a team before!)

    • Comfortable giving feedback and helping others grow, even when it’s tough

    • Attuned to the needs of diverse communities—especially our curly, low-sensory, and hijabi clients

    • Approx. 10–15 hours/week (flexible)

    • Includes 1–2 Saturdays/month on-site for team check-ins

    • Pay dependent on experience;

💕 This role is all about people. If you love guiding others and building a space that reflects care, equity, and artistry—we’d love to hear from you.

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