Salon Assistant

Job Overview

Job Description

About the Employer

Lemia Natural Beauty Salon is a professional beauty salon specializing in natural hair care, protective styling, and healthy hair practices. The salon serves a diverse community and provides culturally inclusive hair services in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

Position Summary

The Hairstylist / Salon Assistant will support daily salon operations while gaining hands-on experience in natural hair care and client service. This role is designed to provide youth with practical skills, mentorship, and exposure to the beauty industry.

Job Details

- 8-week Canada Summer Jobs position
- 35 hours per week
- $17.60/hour

Key Responsibilities

- Assist with hair washing, conditioning, and basic treatments
- Support stylists with braiding preparation, sectioning, and product application
- Help maintain clean and sanitized workstations
- Greet clients and assist with customer service and appointment flow
- Learn natural hair styling techniques (twists, simple braids, etc.)
- Assist with inventory organization and product restocking
- Observe and support loc maintenance and protective styling services

Skills Developed

Participants will gain:
- Hands-on experience in natural hair care and salon operations
- Customer service and communication skills
- Workplace professionalism and time management
- Knowledge of hygiene, sanitation, and health standards
- Introduction to entrepreneurship and small business operations

Supervision & Mentorship Plan

- Direct supervision by the Salon Owner / Lead Stylist
- Daily task guidance and performance feedback
- On-the-job training in natural hair care basics, client interaction, and salon workflow
- Weekly check-ins to review progress and skill development

Work Environment

- Safe, clean, and inclusive workplace
- Compliance with Ontario health and safety regulations
- Supportive team environment focused on learning and growth

Eligibility Requirements

Please review the Canada Summer Jobs eligibility requirements:
canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/canada-summer-jobs/applicant-guide/who-can-apply.html#h2.1-3

Qualifications

- Interest in hairstyling, beauty, or entrepreneurship
- Willingness to learn natural hair care techniques
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Positive attitude and good communication skills

How to Apply

Submit:
- Resume
- Short statement of interest explaining why you want to work in a salon

Additional Notes

- No prior professional experience required
- Training will be provided
- This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs Program
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