Job Overview
Job Title: African Hair Specialist (Braider & Stylist) | YK GLAMOUR HAIR LTD
Location: High foot-fall West Croydon Shopping Centre
Job Type: Minimum of (20 hours per week)
Salary: £ £70000 per year (OTE - On-Target Earnings + commission & tips)
Are you a master braider and stylist specialising in African hair types?
YK GLAMOUR HAIR LTD, located in the heart of the bustling West Croydon Shopping Centre, is seeking a highly skilled and passionate African Hair Specialist to join our team. If you have a talent for intricate braiding, flawless wig installations, and beautiful sew-in weaves, we offer the perfect platform to showcase your artistry to a vast and diverse clientele.
Your Role & Impact:
You will be our expert in all aspects of African hair care and styling, providing exceptional service that keeps clients coming back. You will transform hair and boost confidence with your precise hands and creative vision.
Here's what you'll do:
* Expert Braiding: Perform a wide range of braiding styles including box braids, cornrows, knotless braids, twists, and intricate, creative designs.
* Flawless Installations: Execute precise and comfortable wig customisation, installation (lace front, glueless, etc.), and maintenance.
* Sew-In Mastery: Skillfully install and remove sewn-in weaves and extensions with a focus on client comfort and hair health.
* Consultation & Care: Provide expert advice on protective styling, hair health maintenance, and the best styles to suit each client's needs and desires.
* Build Relationships: Welcome a high volume of clients in our prime location and nurture returning ones, turning them into loyal patrons.
* Support Salon Flow: Help with key tasks like scheduling appointments and processing payments.
What You Bring to the Chair:
* Proven professional experience specialising in African hair care, braiding, wig installation, and sew-in weaves.
* A strong portfolio showcasing your braiding and installation work.
* Expertise in tension-free braiding and gentle installation techniques to ensure client comfort and hair health.
* A genuine passion for customer service and building long-term client relationships.
* The ability to manage time effectively for long-appointment services.
* A motivated mindset with a desire to grow your client book in a busy location.
Why You'll Love Working at YK GLAMOUR:
* Prime Location: Work in the West Croydon Shopping Centre—maximum visibility and a constant flow of clients seeking expert braiders and stylists. Build your book faster than anywhere else.
* Earn What You're Worth: A competitive compensation package with uncapped earning potential through commission and tips. Your specialised skills will be highly rewarded.
* Dedicated Clientele: We have a high demand for expert braiding and installation services. Step into a role with immediate client flow.
* Creative Freedom: Be an artist Showcase your unique braiding patterns and styling techniques.
* Quality Products: Use premium hair extensions and care products.
* Supportive Team: Become part of a fun, collaborative, and family-like atmosphere.
Ready to build your future with us?
If you are a talented braider and stylist ready to take your career to the next level, please send your CV and a link to your portfolio or Instagram profile showcasing your work to [ or send it to our business WhatsApp number on ].
YK GLAMOUR HAIR LTD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract
Pay: £20,000.00-£70,000.00 per year
Expected hours: No less than 20 per week
Work Location: In person