All they care about are the numbers and not their employees - Hair Stylist Great Clips Employee Review

1.0
Jan 15, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The only pro is that the tips were quick easy money.

Cons

I felt like a robot working for the franchise. You have to do haircuts 15 minutes or less, everybody, at the same time, had to greet the clients coming in the shop by saying, "Hi! Welcome to Great Clips!" You have to hit around $30 of productivity to get a small bonus added to your pay for the day and to do that, you have to get customers in and out to reach that goal, and you have to reach a retail percentage of 6% or higher for the week to also get a small bonus to your pay. I worked there for 5 years and we didn't have anti fatigue floor mats until 3 years later. For an 8 hour day you get a 30min lunch. You're better off working for yourself or find a salon that cares about you.

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Great Clips Response
3y
Since each salon is independently owned and operated, your franchisee would be the best person to address your concerns. Please contact them directly regarding any issues with employment.

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5.0
Feb 21, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Supportive team, flexible schedule, good tips, learning opportunities, friendly customers

Cons

occasional understaffing, long hours advancement

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Great Clips Response
4mo
Thank you so much for sharing your experience, and for everything you're doing for the team!
5.0
Jun 22, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible schedules, 401k, health, & dental benefits, bonuses (based on salon performance, base wage with poetional to hit commission on service & product sales, fun friendly & welcoming environment for employees/customers, continuing education for growth in the industry, professional career growth with Great Clips (depending upon your franchise)

Cons

Haircutting exclusive so if you enjoy other services in the industry (chemicals, waxing, updo styling) this is not the place Franchised salons, so salons are ran differently.

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Great Clips Response
4d
We appreciate you sharing your experience and all that you do to support your salon every day. Thank you for being part of the team and for everything you do to create a GREAT experience in the salon.
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