Hairstylist / Cosmetologist – Aveda Lifestyle Salon
Benefits:
Bonus based on performance
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Company parties
At Legato Salon & Spa, we’re daymakers committed to gratitude, connection, and balance. As an Aveda Lifestyle Salon, we live and breathe naturally derived, cruelty-free products and holistic rituals that care for our guests, our planet, and our team.
If you’re a licensed hairstylist or cosmetologist who craves a career-focused culture, advanced education, and work-life balance — where your success is our success — we want YOU! Whether you’re a new graduate, an experienced stylist, or a Douglas J alum who misses the Aveda world, your guests are waiting…and so are we. Let’s create beauty together!
Why Join Us?
Two thriving salon & spa locations serving 1,600+ guests each month
Stylists consistently 80%+ booked with a waiting list
Mentorship from stylists with 15+ years at Legato
Clear career path to earn, learn, and live a better life
Flexible scheduling customized to your goals
Supportive culture focused on gratitude, connection, and balance
Advanced Education & Training
We offer a structured Advanced Aveda Training Program after licensure to ensure you feel confident with every guest and service in your chair. From Aveda color mastery to precision cutting, you’ll gain technical excellence, business-building skills, and guest care expertise. We set the roadmap, and you set the pace.
Responsibilities
As part of our team, you’ll:
Guest Care & Professionalism
Arrive prepared to maximize your day
Deliver exceptional service that exceeds guest expectations
Build lasting connections with authenticity, respect, and compassion
Education & Growth
Engage in ongoing education and advanced Aveda training
Welcome feedback from mentors and guests
Stay curious and passionate about your craft
Business & Marketing
Maintain 70–85% booked and 65–80% guest retention
Utilize social media to market yourself and engage guests
Educate guests on Aveda products (25–40% purchasing goal)
Teamwork & Salon Standards
Support salon upkeep and shared responsibilities
Contribute to a positive, energized, and professional environment
Perks & Benefits
Compensation (full time):
Training Period (3–6 months, ~35 hrs/week): avg. $437/week
Year 1–2: ~$57,000/year (incl. tips)
Year 3–5: ~$68,000/year
Year 6–8: ~$75,000/year
Year 9+: ~$96,000/year
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, life & long-term disability (for full-time team)
Paid time off
Paid advanced education with industry-leading educators
Retail bonus commission
Daily cash tips + weekly direct deposit
Personal coaching & career development
Deep service & product discounts
Marketing support + online booking tools
Dedicated front desk team that keeps your book full, manages cancellations, and supports upgrades
Requirements
Current or expected Michigan cosmetology license
Ability to stand for extended periods, walk, bend, and squat
Ability to lift/carry up to 10 lbs
Strong communication and listening skills
Hours
Part-time: 24–32 hours per week (with potential to grow into full-time)
Ready to Join Us?
At Legato, you’ll find more than a job — you’ll find a career path, a supportive management team, and a salon family that truly cares. If you’re ready to grow your career as a hairstylist or cosmetologist in an Aveda-focused environment, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today — your chair is waiting!