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CLOSED Dec 24-28 and Dec 31-Jan 1 | OPEN Dec 22 & 29-30 10AM - 8PM
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Hair Stylist & Esthetician Careers at Refined Beauty Boutique

We are seeking passionate licensed professionals to join our dream team. We are fun, obsessed with learning new trends, laugh a lot, high-five each other, and have each other back in good times and bad. So if you are looking for a place of education, a path to become a six-figure artist, a team to cheer you to the top, and a work-life balance, we might be your DREAM SALON TEAM!

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Why Choose a Career at Refined Beauty Boutique in Naperville, IL

WE Inspire

Our Mission is to serve our community through beauty services, because we believe looking your best is essential to your health, attitude and life. Our vision is to create a brand that creates opportunities for artists to empower them to grow their career, through inspiration, education, and creativity.

Our standards create an experience of serving clients and team artists with the utmost care, respect, and intention to exceed all expectations. We believe that when we make an offer for someone to come work for us that we are making a commitment that we will help them on their journey to achieving their life goals.

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Advanced Training

The Refined Beauty Way

Refined Beauty is a teaching salon dedicated to developing exceptional talent. All of our artists undergo a comprehensive 13-week training program, which includes weekly one-on-one mentorship and a structured digital course. Experienced stylists are carefully evaluated based on their skills and expertise to determine their starting level within our company. Newly licensed professionals will receive an additional 13 weeks of advanced training to accelerate their career growth, equipping them with the tools and techniques to consistently deliver beautiful results using The Refined Beauty Way.

Level System

The primary goals of our Salon Level System within Refined Beauty is to provide a career path of growth, reward, and achievement. Earn as much as you want! You are an in control as an ‘intrapreneur’

Protege

6-9 Months Training | $15/Hr
30K+ Annual Potential Earnings

Designer I / Esthetician I

50K+ Annual Potential Earnings

Designer II / Esthetician II

70K+ Annual Potential Earnings

Designer III / Esthetician III

75K+ Annual Potential Earnings

Specialist

80K+ Annual Potential Earnings

Master Artist

100K+ Annual Potential Earnings

Our benefits

  • $15 an hour first 90 days
  • Commission starting at 40% for new artists
  • 40%-47% commission on services
  • Up to 20% commission on retail
  • PTO
  • 401K
  • Healthcare options for full-time positions
  • Professional + Personal Development
  • Human Resources Support
  • $250-$700 education credit
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Retail discount
  • 50% in Healthcare contribution
  • Continuing education quarterly
  • Team Connections Quarterly
  • Team outings
  • Monthly Mastermind Sessions
  • Monthly one-on-one Training
  • Flexible schedule
  • Charity + Community Events
  • Team Photoshoots
  • Fashionable Professional Attire
  • Independent 1099 Bridal Team Artist
  • Free Services

Our Hiring Process

The Steps

  • Step 1: Apply
  • Step 2: Zoom Interview
  • Step 3: Shadow Session
  • Step 4: Offer Email and Technical Interview
  • Step 5: Welcome to the Team! Onboarding Starts! 

Career FAQs

Yes, we offer flexible scheduling options to accommodate your availability and lifestyle. To assist with helping you grow a successful business commit to a consistent schedule each quarter. Typically we start all new hires at 25 hours to help grow book of business. After successfully completing 90 days, full-time schedule is available. Choose from half days to ten hour shifts. Most team members work three to four days. Keep in mind, the quickest way to grow your business based on clients needs is weekends and evenings

Compensation is tailored to each position based on experience, pricing, and responsibilities. We guarantee competitive pay, starting at a minimum of $15 per hour plus gratuity. Our goal is for service providers to exceed this rate through commission, typically reaching $22+ per hour within three months. There’s no cap on your earning potential—your income grows as your skills and clientele grow.

We offer a range of benefits including health insurance with 50% contribution of base plan for full-time employees after 90 day employment, AllyHealth for all employees, and employee discounts and services.

Our training program is designed to help you excel in your role and grow within the company. All new hires are required to go through a training program which consists of product knowledge, processes and systems of the business, professional development, advanced techniques. Our program is designed to be completed within six months. Qualified candidates will be able to serve customers as quickly as two weeks of hire. New hire is required to bring in ten models within the first month.

We look for candidates who are passionate about the beauty industry, have a positive attitude, and excellent customer service skills. Our culture is strong and diverse. We are seeking new talent and experienced artists who are eager to grow on a team with goal-getters, who bring fresh perspectives, positive energy and willingness to learn and share with their peers. Characteristics we look for are:

  • Personality
  • Values
  • Professionalism
  • Motivated
  • Action Taker
  • Talented
  • Fashionable
  • Coachable

Refined Beauty LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

A Shadow Session is your chance to experience the energy and culture of Refined Beauty firsthand! During this one-hour session, you'll observe our team in action, see how we work, and get a real feel for our environment. It's the perfect opportunity to engage with our team, ask questions, and decide if we’re the right fit for your career. We can’t wait to meet you!

Recruiting

What do we look for in a team artist?
  • Values
  • Personality
  • Professionalism
  • Motivated
  • Action Taker
  • Talented
  • Fashionable
  • Coachable

Staff Expectations

Once you're hired, here's what we expect:
  • Abide to our Code of Honor
  • Learning and implementing our signature consultation while focusing on achieving your KPI’s
  • Always Learning, Practicing, and make progress in your career
  • Taking ownership of your business
  • Setting growth goals and taking action
  • Helping the team & salon reach their goals, while we help you achieve yours

Join Our Bridal Team

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How to Apply

  • Please submit your portfolio
  • Fill out our application

Requirements

  • Must have own transportation
  • Use professional brands
  • Clean tool kit
  • Professional and general liability insurance
  • Must have own makeup light and chair
  • Artists are tested on specific styles, skin tones, and ages to see diversity

What to Expect

  • 50% commission + 18% gratuity + travel reimbursement
  • First two weddings are assisted and paid hourly + tip before assigned a wedding solo
  • Bridal clients are only booked with Master Artists 3+ years of experience
  • Each wedding requires a signed contract
  • Must wear all black on-location
  • Refined Beauty capes will be provided
The door is open and opportunity is waiting for you!

Refined Beauty LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salon Hours
Walk-ins welcome!
Tue-Th: 10AM - 8PM
Fri: 10AM - 6PM
Sat: 10AM - 3PM
Saturday hours are every other weekend.
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Lash Packages Details

Discount Codes:
  • Classic Lash Package- Use Code- XmasClassic
  • Hybrid Lash Package- Use Code- xmasHybrid
  • Volume Lash Package- Use Code- xmasVolume
  • Mega Volume Package- Use Code-xmasMega
All Lash Packages Inlcude:
  • 1 Full Set
  • 2 Lash Fills
  • $5 off Brow Sugaring
  • $5 off Brow Tints
  • $15 off any Facial
  • PLUS 15% off ALL SPA Products!
Full Set must be redeemed by Dec 31st 2024. Offer is for New Lash Extension Clients Only.

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