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Drybar

Drybar Assistant Manager

Drybar, Scottsdale, Arizona, us, 85261

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At Drybar, we’re all about one thing — blowouts! With over 140 shops (and growing!) across the U.S., we’ve built our brand around making people feel like their best selves. From our signature in‑shop experience to our award‑winning line of styling products and tools, everything we do is designed to make every day a good hair day.

Our philosophy is simple — peace, love, and blowouts. Drybar Arizona operates independently from Drybar Products LLC and Helen of Troy brands, but we’re proud to share the same mission: to bring confidence and joy through great hair.

Role Description Description & Leadership Expectations

Drybar is a fun, fast‑paced, and most importantly team‑focused environment. We depend on each team member to understand their role and expectations, so everyone is contributing to the success of the team.

The Assistant Shop Manager is a key member of the Drybar leadership team and acts as the Shop Manager’s right hand. This role is responsible for supporting daily shop operations, driving sales performance, coaching team members, ensuring policy compliance, protecting the client experience, and maintaining the Drybar Heart & Soul culture. The Assistant Manager ensures smooth daily execution and consistent application of brand standards across both service and operations.

Job Summary / Purpose The Assistant Shop Manager helps oversee all shop functions and leads the team in delivering the Drybar Experience. This role supervises shift operations, leads the client experience, trains and develops staff, assists with hiring and onboarding, manages inventory workflows, supports scheduling and labor management, and handles client and team escalations with professionalism.

The Assistant Manager is a cultural leader, a sales driver, and a key operational partner to the Shop Manager.

Essential Job Functions Client Experience Leadership

Lead the client journey from check‑in through check‑out, ensuring Drybar standards

Resolve escalated client concerns and provide consistent, policy‑aligned service recovery

Coach Stylists and Bartenders in real time to maintain hospitality, pacing, and professionalism

Team Leadership, Coaching & Accountability

Oversee daily staffing, floor flow, client assignments, and break schedules

Provide in‑the‑moment coaching, correction, and redirection to maintain expectations and standards

Conduct follow‑up conversations and assist with performance documentation

Mentor team members and model strong, consistent leadership behavior

Support hiring, interviewing, and selection of front desk staff (Bartenders)

Training & Development

Train new Bartenders — including systems training, guest experience, and Drybar standards

Support skill development in guest communication, sales, add‑ons, membership selling, and time management

Ensure all new hires understand handbook policies, non‑negotiables, and shop procedures

Actively promote awareness of shop goals (Memberships, Add‑Ons, SPC, Retail, Client Count)

Lead sales coaching conversations throughout the shift and maintain a motivating environment

Ensure all promotions are executed correctly and consistently communicated

Review daily/weekly performance metrics and partner with the Shop Manager to build operational excellence

Operational Excellence

Manage books in Booker, ensuring proper pacing, coverage, and client flow

Maintain adherence to all company policies, including timekeeping accuracy

Ensure shop cleanliness, readiness, and organization at all times

Ensure team follows safety practices, emergency procedures, and compliance regulations

Address or elevate incidents, injuries, or serious client concerns appropriately

Inventory & Supply Management

Oversee daily supply checks and restocking

Assist with ordering inventory and supplies when requested or in the Shop Manager’s absence

Support monthly inventory counts to ensure accuracy and cost control

Maintain consistent back‑bar and station readiness

Administrative Responsibilities

Assist with scheduling support, labor planning conversations, and shift coverage decisions

Support paperwork, reporting, documentation, and follow‑up tasks delegated by the Shop Manager

Participate in leadership meetings and trainings

Assist with candidate screening, interviewing, and giving hiring feedback

Support new hire onboarding, orientation flow, and first‑week success tasks

Lead by example and reinforce Drybar’s Heart & Soul values through daily actions

Support team morale by celebrating wins, recognizing strong performance, and promoting a positive shop environment

Additional Responsibilities

Serve as acting shop manager in the Shop Manager’s absence, when delegated

Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

Strong leadership capability with the ability to motivate, coach, and hold others accountable

High emotional intelligence and strong communication skills

Deep understanding of loss prevention and operational compliance

Strong inventory management and cost control abilities

Excellent time management and prioritization skills

Sales‑driven mindset with natural ability to inspire performance

Calm under pressure, solutions‑focused, and confident in decision‑making

Positive, reliable, proactive, and consistent

Client Experience You are the champion of The Drybar Experience. Lead by example. Coach in the moment. Correct inconsistencies immediately. Ensure every guest receives a consistent, luxury‑level service — every shift, every shop, every time.

Team Performance & Shop Standards Delegate effectively, ensure expectations are met, reinforce accountability, and support the team in meeting business goals.

Supporting the Shop Manager

Communicate pipeline updates clearly and consistently

Lead awareness of promotions and sales goals

Support scheduling, staffing conversations, and labor management

Run huddles, check‑ins, or meetings when needed

Drive culture and team morale

Maintain accurate inventory and place orders when directed

Represent leadership with professionalism at all times

Compensation Salary range starts at $45,000 annually with monthly bonus opportunity. Health Care benefits available.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Industries Retail

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