Dis-Chem Pharmacies' branch in Cornubia has an opportunity available for a qualified Hair Stylist to provide a range of hair care services, including shampooing, cutting, coloring, styling and blow-drying as well as ensure salon product inventory is sufficient.Minimum RequirementsGrade 12 – Matric or Senior CertificateCertificate or Diploma in HairdressingPrevious Hair Stylist experienceKnowledge of the chemical composition and properties of the substances used and the chemical processes the substances may undergo (i.e. understanding chemical reactions, production techniques and disposal methods).Basic understanding of mathematicsJob Description:Analyse clients' hair, facial features and needs to determine beauty treatments and advise clients on hair care needs.Trim, cut and shave hair, beards, mustaches and sideburns using clippers, scissors, trimmers and razors.Create hairstyles for formal events.Adhere to the proper application procedures when using curlers, hot irons, curling irons, hair colour, dye, and tint.Ensure accurate application of scalp massage techniques when washing a client's hair.Attend supplier training and meetings as scheduled by management and Head Office.Learn and perfect new hairstyles and techniques.Keep up to date with the latest hair and beauty trends in the industry.Greet and attend to clients walking into the salon and communicate with clients via email and telephone when needed.Ensure clients that are waiting are happy and comfortable by giving them a magazine and/or refreshments.Give clients advice and product information about the hair care products the salon has on offer.Demonstrate and sell styling products to clients.Promote services and promotions such as bleaching, conditioning, treatments, permanent waving, straightening and tinting of hair in the salon.General salon administration such as maintenance and management of the appointment calendar and client records.Perform reception duties such as answering telephone calls and making appointments.Conduct regular stock takes of salon stock, report low stock levels as well as damaged and expired stock to management.Escalate all unresolved customer compliments and complaints to management.Competencies:Fluent communication in English (written and verbal)Interpersonal skillsAnalytical SkillsAttention to detailTime ManagementTechnical skills – operating a cash registerNumerical skills – basic mathematicsSpecial conditions of employment:South African or valid work permitMIE, clear criminal and creditDriver's license and/or own reliable transportRemuneration and benefits:Market-related salaryMedical aidProvident fundStaff accountONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN'T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem's Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
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