Experienced African Hair Braider – Paid Pilot Opportunity

Experienced African Hair Braider – Paid Pilot Opportunity Round The Clock (RTC) African Braiding Greater Toronto Area / Durham Region Part-time / Pilot Opportunity with Potential for Long-Term Employment About the Opportunity Round The Clock (RTC) is developing a professional African hair braiding concept in the Greater Toronto Area focused on excellent braiding, professionalism, customer comfort and better use of customers' time. We are currently seeking experienced African hair braiders for an upcoming paid pilot program, with the potential to join the founding braiding team as the business grows. This opportunity may be a strong fit for an experienced professional braider who loves the craft and would also value working within an organized professional environment where customers, scheduling, workspace and business operations are managed by the company. Compensation $22–$29 per hour, based on demonstrated experience, skill, speed and versatility. What We're Looking For We are interested in braiders with strong experience in several of the following:
- Knotless braids
- Box braids
- Cornrows and feed-in braids
- Twists
- Children's braiding
- Protective styles
- Extension-based African braiding techniques You should be able to demonstrate clean parting, consistent braiding, neat finishing, appropriate tension and strong attention to detail. Experience working efficiently or collaboratively with another braider on the same client is an asset, but is not required. Responsibilities As an RTC Braider, responsibilities may include:
- Providing professional African hair braiding and protective styling services
- Preparing clients' hair for braiding services as required
- Sectioning, parting, braiding and finishing styles to a high professional standard
- Working independently and, where appropriate, collaboratively with other braiders
- Following RTC service-time, quality and customer-care standards
- Checking in with clients regarding tension, comfort and style preferences throughout the service
- Providing a welcoming, respectful and professional customer experience
- Keeping your workstation clean, organized and ready for each client
- Cleaning and disinfecting tools, equipment and work areas according to salon and public-health procedures
- Preparing and organizing braiding hair and supplies for appointments
- Helping maintain cleanliness and organization within shared salon areas
- Following appointment schedules and being ready to begin services on time
- Communicating promptly with the team if an appointment is running behind schedule
- Participating in training, technique reviews and quality assessments
- Supporting other team members when needed to keep appointments running efficiently
- Following company policies, operating procedures and safety standards You May Be a Good Fit If You
- Take pride in producing neat, high-quality work
- Care about client comfort and healthy braiding practices
- Are reliable and punctual
- Can follow defined service and quality standards
- Are comfortable learning and working as part of a team
- Are interested in growing with a new professional braiding business
- Have professional braiding experience in Canada, Africa or elsewhere Pilot Opportunity Selected candidates may first be invited to participate in a paid RTC pilot program in the Greater Toronto Area/Durham Region. The pilot will allow us to evaluate braiding quality, technique, teamwork, service time and customer experience, while also allowing candidates to determine whether RTC is a good fit for them. Successful candidates may be considered for longer-term opportunities as RTC develops. Qualifications Professional African hair braiding experience preferred. A portfolio, Instagram page, photographs or videos demonstrating your work will be requested. Applicants should be legally entitled to work in Canada. If you currently hold an Ontario Hairstylist Certificate of Qualification, are a registered Hairstylist apprentice, have foreign hairstyling qualifications, or have other relevant professional training, please indicate this in your application. Canadian experience is not required. To Apply Please include:
- A short description of your braiding experience
- The styles you are strongest at
- Approximately how long medium knotless braids typically take you to complete
- Photos, portfolio or social media showing your work
- Your current city or GTA area
- Any hairstyling licences, certificates, apprenticeships or professional training you currently hold
- Your general availability We welcome applications from experienced braiders from diverse African braiding traditions and backgrounds. Pay: $22.00-$29.00 per hour

Benefits:
- Store discount Work

Location:
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