Hair Stylist and Mens Barber

The Gents Place
Barrington, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
The Gents Place Luxury Barber & Business Club
Deer Park, IL (Dick's Sporting Goods Shopping Center)
Full-Time | Closed Every Sunday

PLEASE READ FIRST (IMPORTANT)

This is not a job for everyone.

If you are looking for:
  • A fast, high-volume shop
  • A place where mediocrity is tolerated
  • A culture with little accountability
  • Just a paycheck
Please do not apply.

If, however, you are driven, coachable, values-based, and genuinely want to growprofessionally and personallykeep reading.

Who We Are (And Why People Choose Us)

At The Gents Place, we exist to MAKE A POSITIVE DIFFERENCE , not just cut hair.

For over 17 years , weve built the nations leading luxury barber & business club and a culture people stay in for years, not months.

Our impact:

  • 60,000+ meals served to homeless Veterans
  • 5,000+ haircuts provided to the homeless
  • 15,000+ suits donated to military men & women
  • 10+ years of monthly community service
  • We believe excellence in service and excellence in character go hand in hand.
Why Our Team Members Initially Applied
They were tired of rundown, chaotic shops
They wanted a luxury, 5-star environment
They wanted more time to serve guests properly (not 13-minute haircuts)
They wanted Sundays off and real work-life balance
They wanted to be part of something meaningful and different

What Our Current Team Loves about TGP Today
The challenge and accountability
Weekly personal & professional development calls
A culture that expects growthnot comfort
Being pushed to become better, not stagnant
Knowing their work actually matters

The Role
As a Grooming Specialist at The Gents Place, you are not just a barber or stylist you are a professional, a host, and a trusted advisor.

You will:
  • Deliver exceptional mens grooming services in a luxury setting
  • Create a 5-star guest experience every visit
  • Build long-term relationships with members
  • Participate in weekly development & coaching
  • Represent a brand rooted in service
  • Contribute to community outreach and impact
This Role Is FOR You If:
You hold yourself to high personal and professional standards
You thrive in a culture of feedback and accountability
You want to grownot stay comfortable
You care deeply about hospitality, not just hair
You believe service is a calling, not a transaction
You want to be part of a team that gives back

This Role Is NOT For You If:
You resist feedback or coaching
You dislike structure, standards, or accountability
You want to just do hair and go home
You are not aligned with values-based culture
You prefer high-volume, rushed environments

Requirements (Non-Negotiable)
  • Valid Texas Cosmetology or Barber License
  • Professional appearance and demeanor
  • Strong communication & hospitality mindset
  • Team-oriented, coachable attitude
  • Commitment to personal growth
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Competitive Pay
  • Strong hourly base
  • Tips & commissions
  • Instant clientele (no booth rent, no cold start)
Industry-Leading Benefits
  • Health insurance reimbursement
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off (including community service & mental health days)
  • Paid training & education
  • Parental leave
  • Dental, vision, and disability insurance
  • Employee & store discounts
Work-Life Balance
  • Set schedules
  • EVERY SUNDAY OFF (rare in this industry)
Loyalty Has Its Rewards (5+ Years):
  • 100% employer-paid health insurance
  • 17+ paid vacation days
  • 100% 401(k) match up to 4%
Final Word

We are building something specialand we protect our culture fiercely.

If you are hungry to grow , eager to be challenged, and aligned with service-driven excellence, we would love to meet you.

Apply only if you are ready to rise to the standard.

Posted 2026-07-11

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