Is Hair Cuttery a good company to work for?

Hair Cuttery has an overall rating of 3.2 out of 5, based on over 946 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 2% over the last 12 months. 47% of employees would recommend working at Hair Cuttery to a friend and 53% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Hair Cuttery have been left by employees working as District Leader , Salon Leader and Assistant Salon Leader .

Does Hair Cuttery pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Hair Cuttery employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Hair Cuttery. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Hair Cuttery?

47% of Hair Cuttery employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Hair Cuttery 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.0 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Hair Cuttery?

Hair Stylist (243) , Salon Leader (86) , Stylist (85) , Hairstylist (29) , Master Stylist (24) , Salon Manager (24) , Salon Professional (21) , Assistant Manager (15) , Manager (15) , Assistant Salon Leader (14) , District Leader (14) , Cosmetologist (13) , ASL (8) , Hair Dresser/Stylist/Barber (8) , Licensed Cosmetologist (8)

What are the pros of working at Hair Cuttery according to real employee reviews?

"Great benefits and education." ((in 33 reviews)); "Your voice matters and you meet great people." ((in 25 reviews)); "Education and flexible schedules" ((in 24 reviews)); "Build clientele and free education" ((in 23 reviews)); "Flexible hours because i have been here since 2008." ((in 20 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Hair Cuttery according to real employee reviews?

"The pay is low and its impossible to survive." ((in 54 reviews)); "And they higher there goals to make commission all the time or u only get 45%" ((in 30 reviews)); "Will hire anyone regardless of skill level, upper management does not allow Salon Leaders to hire or fire their employees, Trying to get anyone to come in to repair the salon is a hassle." ((in 19 reviews)); "When no one comes in you do not make money." ((in 18 reviews)); "The manager is the biggest CON" ((in 12 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Hair Cuttery locations?

Chicago , Orlando , Virginia Beach , Jacksonville , Baltimore , Philadelphia , Chesapeake , Miami , Tampa , Norfolk , Richmond , Fort Myers , Vienna , Washington , Ocala , Winter Garden , Midlothian , Bel Air , Rockville , Fort Lauderdale , Hollywood , Altamonte Springs , Phila , Schaumburg , Skokie , Rockford , Suffolk , Arlington , Doylestown , Nottingham

Hair Cuttery reviews

3.2

47% would recommend to a friend

(911 total reviews)

Eric Bakken

62% approve of CEO

53% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.6

Diversity & inclusion

3.2

Work/Life balance

3.0

Culture & values

3.0

Career opportunities

2.9

Senior management

2.8

Compensation and benefits

Hair Cuttery has an employee rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars, based on 911 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Hair Cuttery employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

911 reviews

2.0

Mar 9, 2026

Job

Hair dresser/stylist/barber

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Daily tip out, good products and color line.

Cons

Management, unreliable clientele, à la carte services often can be hard to do upgrades, no cancellation policy so if a client cancels and it was something that filled up your book you don’t get any money.

Hair Cuttery Response

1mo

Thank you for sharing your feedback about our Naperville salon. We're glad you enjoyed our product lines and daily tip-outs, but we take your concerns regarding management and scheduling seriously. We understand that last-minute cancellations can be frustrating and can really affect the flow of the day for stylists. We also recognize the impact that can have on employees’ schedules and compensation. Feedback like this is important and helps us continue looking at ways to improve the experience for everyone. Your notes on salon professionalism have been shared with the executive team to help us improve our workplace culture. We appreciate your honesty and your contributions to our team! Gustavo Serbia, Chief Human Resources Officer

4.0

Mar 4, 2026

Great Company

Hair stylist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Hair Cuttery has a strong business model, I love being able to raise my commission to almost %60, work a flexible schedule, and maintain a W-2 status.

Cons

They recently have started sending out %50 off coupons, which leaves us making very little after commission and taxes.

Hair Cuttery Response

1mo

Thank you for being a part of the Hair Cuttery family for over 5 years! We are incredibly proud of your success in maximizing your commission while balancing a flexible schedule. Regarding your feedback around the coupons, we totally hear your concern. Having a guest use 50% off a service can sometimes feel painful for that particular invoice. The good news is we are only sending this high discount to guests that have not returned to the salon in a VERY long time. Our goal is not to hurt your bottom dollar, but rather help you build your book of business by retaining guests that we feel would not have come back to the salon without this discount offer. Your insight as a seasoned stylist is incredibly valuable, and we will share this feedback internally as we ensure our promotional strategies continue to balance overall brand growth with our stylists' immediate earning potential. Thank you for your continued leadership in Champions Gate! Gustavo Serbia, Chief Human Resources Officer

4.0

Feb 17, 2026

Location is great

Stylist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Fun and positive work environment

Cons

Corporate makes it difficult to move up sometimes Lack of color supplies and backbar supplies due to corporate regulations on ordering

Hair Cuttery Response

5mo

We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience! At Hair Cuttery Family of Brands, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and grow. Thank you for your feedback is a great reminder of why we do what we do. We’re glad to have you with us! Gustavo Serbia - Chief Human Resources Officer

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