We are looking for friendly, energetic, and customer-focused Salon Assistants to support our stylists and colourists as part of our professional salon team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a premium, fast-paced hairdressing environment, delivering an exceptional, high-touch guest experience. Perfect for someone with a genuine passion for hair and beauty who loves working with people and is eager to grow within the industry.
About Us
Established in 2001, the Aveda Lifestyle Salon & Spa is one of London’s most prestigious salons, located in the heart of Covent Garden.
Home to over 70 hair and beauty experts, our philosophy centres around nurturing and developing creative talent. From our salon design to the services we offer, we are known for exceptional hair and beauty treatments delivered with environmental responsibility in mind.
We proudly reflect Aveda’s core values, caring for the world we live in and harnessing the power of plants to create high-performance products and services.
Key Responsibilities:
Guest Experience & Service:
- Deliver consistently high standards of customer service
- Meet and greet guests in a warm, professional manner
- Offer beverages and ensure guests feel comfortable throughout their visit
- Provide Aveda Sensory Experiences during appointments
- Always maintain guest confidentiality and professional conduct
- Confidently talk guests through services and answer questions
Technical & Salon Support:
- Prepare for the day by reviewing service provider bookings
- Shampoo and condition guests’ hair under the direction of stylists and colourists
- Rinse colour and assist colourists at the basin
- Support assistant blow-dry finishing services following Aveda guidelines
- Observe and assist stylists to develop on-the-job knowledge
- Stay up to date with seasonal trends and new techniques
Salon Standards:
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of styling stations, backwash areas, and colour bar
- Ensure all tools, equipment, and work areas meet Aveda hygiene and visual standards
- Follow all Aveda policies, procedures, and health & safety guidelines
Retail & Product Knowledge:
- Develop strong knowledge of Aveda products
- Demonstrate and recommend products during backwash and blow-dry services
Teamwork:
- Build strong working relationships with stylists, assistants, reception, retail advisors, and management
- Attend salon meetings, training sessions, and Aveda education events as required
Flexibility:
- Be available to work shifts, including late nights and weekends, in line with business needs
