Maybe it's not the industry. Maybe it's just the wrong salon. You've put in the years. You're good at what you do — really good. But somewhere along the way, the place you're working stopped matching the standard you hold yourself to. If you've been wondering whether it's supposed to feel this way, we'd like to introduce you to The W Hyde Park . Work three/four days. Build a real book. Have a life. Paid education on the clock. Benefits. A manager whose job is your success. Hyde Park.

WE BUILT THE SALON WE WISHED EXISTED W

opened in Hyde Park with one belief: the best work happens when the people doing it feel genuinely supported — not just employed. We've spent years building something most salons don't prioritize: a culture with real values at the center. Not framed on a wall. Lived every day in how we treat each other, how we show up for our guests, and how we grow as a team. Hyde Park noticed. Cincinnati noticed. And the stylists who joined us looking for something different noticed. "This is the kind of place I've been looking for. I just didn't know it existed."

FIVE VALUES. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Every person on our team was hired because they reflect these. Every decision runs through them. If you read this list and feel recognized — like someone finally put words to what you've always believed — keep reading. Team Focused We win together. That means communicating openly, covering each other, and never letting a teammate stand alone when things get hard. Our success is shared — and so is the work of getting there. Integrity Honest with guests. Honest with each other. Honest with ourselves. We don't cut corners, we don't talk behind backs, and we don't say yes when we mean no. What you see at W is what's actually there. Dependability Show up. On time. Prepared. Consistent. Our guests count on us and our team counts on each other. Dependability isn't a baseline here — it's a mark of professionalism we take seriously. Positivity & Enthusiasm Energy is contagious — in both directions. We hire people who bring genuine enthusiasm to their work, because that's what makes the room feel the way it does when you walk into W. Optimism isn't required. It's just who we are. Problem Solver When something isn't working, we don't complain — we figure it out. W is full of people who lean into challenges, think critically, and leave things better than they found them. That applies to a difficult color correction and to a hard conversation alike. If you read that list and felt recognized, you might already belong here.

THIS ISN'T A PITCH. IT'S A DESCRIPTION. A

schedule built around your life Flexible options including 3/4-day work weeks. Closed Sunday and Monday. Full-time income without living at the salon. A career path that actually moves Clear levels (Stylist → Advanced → Master → Elite Master), quarterly reviews, and raises tied to your growth — not just your tenure. Education that happens on the clock Twice a month our in-house educator works with the team. Real training, paid, built into your schedule. We also send stylists off-site for advanced education — Kevin Murphy, color masterclasses, extension techniques. All of it covered. A manager whose job is you Brandi runs the floor. She knows every stylist's goals, their hard days, and what they're building toward. When something isn't working, she's the first to help solve it. The team doesn't just coexist here — they show up for each other. Clients who already want to be here 90+ new guests find us every month. They come because of our reputation. They stay because of the people behind the chair. You are not starting from zero.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE

Pay that makes sense Dependable hourly + tips + commission Grows to 100K+/year as you build your book Hit your sales goals in a 3-day week and earn an extra commission bonus Generous commission and bonuses on hair extension sales Schedule flexibility Full-time income with options that fit your life — including 3-day work week options. We work with you, not against your calendar. Paid education 2 paid hours every other week, during salon hours. Grow your skills without giving up your own time. A team worth having No competition. No politics. People who communicate, cover each other, and mean it. A real career path Entry, Advanced, and Master levels with quarterly reviews, clear milestones, and a ceiling that keeps moving. Supportive leadership Brandi manages the floor. You will know on day one that someone genuinely has your back. Growth & mentorship Quarterly Empowerment Meetings and ongoing mentorship. Paid Time Off You earn PTO with every hour worked. Use it for sick or personal days. Vacation by year After 120-day probation: 2 work weeks unpaid days After 1 year: 1 work week paid + 1 work week unpaid After 3 years: 2 work weeks paid+ 1 work week unpaid After 5 years: 3 work weeks paid + 1 work week unpaid After 10 years: 4 work weeks paid + 1 work week unpaid

WE'RE LOOKING FOR ONE KIND OF PERSON

Not a résumé. A person. Someone who has spent real years building their craft and has the relationships to show for it. Someone who holds themselves to the same standard on a slow Tuesday as they do on a packed Saturday. Someone who is genuinely good — and still wants to be better. Someone who already lives by the values above without having been asked to. You're probably a fit if: You've put in real years behind the chair and your clients follow where you go You want to grow — in skill, in your career, in what you're capable of — not just maintain You work well as part of a team and bring something to it, not just take from it You hold yourself to a high standard with your work, your word, and your guests You solve problems rather than create them You've been in a salon that didn't match your level — and you're ready for one that does We're probably not the right fit if: You're newly licensed or early-career — this chapter isn't yours yet You prefer full independence with no shared culture or team expectations Drama follows you from salon to salon and you're not sure why You clock in, do your thing, and clock out — team is just background noise

FOR SUITE AND BOOTH RENTERS

We see you. You built something on your own — and that took real skill and discipline. But if you've been missing the energy of a real team, the collaboration, the feeling of walking into somewhere that's yours too — W might be worth a conversation. Some of our strongest stylists came from exactly where you are.

CURRENTLY CONSIDERING

We don't always have openings. When we do, we take our time. These are the roles we're currently looking for the right person to fill. Advanced & Master Level Hairstylist You've built your craft over years of real work behind the chair. You're strong in color, cutting, or both — and you hold yourself to a standard most salons can't match. You work well as part of a team, you bring clientele with you, and you're ready for a place that finally matches your level. 3+ years required

• Established clientele preferred
• Cincinnati, OH Stylist with Extension Interest or Experience We have growing demand for extension services and are open to the right stylist — whether you're already certified or eager to get there. If extensions are part of your toolkit or something you've been wanting to develop, we'd love to talk. 1+ year behind the chair after training/apprenticeship
• Extension experience a plus
• Certification training available Extensions Specialist We're proud to welcome strong new-guest flow every month, so you'll always have opportunities to build in an elevated environment.

Ongoing education is part of the job. If you're excited about learning and growing — especially in extensions — let's connect. Master Level Stylist (Former Suite & Booth Renters Encouraged) If you've been working independently and are craving more support, collaboration, and stability without sacrificing your autonomy, we'd love to meet you.

READY TO START A CONVERSATION?

We use a simple two-step process. A conversation with Brandi first — no pressure, just two people seeing if there's a real fit. A meeting with Elizabeth if it feels right on both sides. We're not looking for the perfect résumé. We're looking for the right person. If that might be you, start here. Not ready to apply but want to stay on our radar? Email brandismith@wsaloncincinnati.com and introduce yourself. We keep a short list of people we'd love to talk to when the moment is right. We take our time with hiring because we're protective of what we've built. If you're the right person, the process will feel worth it.

Pay:

$30,056.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Free parking Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training

Experience:

in salon : 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person