Beware the commission structure! - Licensed Cosmetologist Great Clips Employee Review

3.0
Jan 13, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Got as many hours as I wanted, often working 65 hour weeks. Loved my coworkers, loved the clients, made decent money in tips.

Cons

The commission structure means every haircut has to be under twelve minutes. Even if you manage that, one slow day is all it takes to burn the entire two week pay period, since they average it across the whole period. Realized I wasn't being paid overtime for my overtime hours, tried to discuss with franchise owner, they pretended like they couldn't understand me. Non cosmetology professional owners, which was fine, they were great in some aspects, but not in others, like refusing to understand how important sanitation and disinfecting is.

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Great Clips Response
6mo
We appreciate you bringing your experience to our attention. Your feedback is important, and we will take it into consideration as our franchised locations continue to strive for improvement

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5.0
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Pros

Advancement opportunities, benefits, great support system, and the best owners

Cons

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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. It’s great to hear you’ve found strong support, advancement opportunities and a positive owner experience in your role.
5.0
Jun 22, 2026
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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
3w
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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