Licensed Cosmetologist/Barber (Hourly + Commission)

Licensed Barber or Cosmetologist

Buddies Barbershop is looking for a talented, personable, and community-minded Barber or Cosmetologist to join our team.

Buddies is more than a barbershop—we're a lifestyle brand built around great hair, a fun and social atmosphere, and creating a space where people can feel completely comfortable being themselves. We welcome everyone and are proud to serve a diverse clientele, including the LGBTQIA+ and leather communities.

We believe great grooming is rooted in craftsmanship, skill, hospitality, and continuous learning. We're looking for someone who shares those values and takes pride in both their work and the experience they create for their clients.

The Role

As a Barber or Cosmetologist at Buddies, you will provide high-quality haircuts, grooming, and styling services while building strong, lasting relationships with your clients. You'll be part of a collaborative team where professionalism, reliability, and a positive attitude are just as important as technical skill.

What We're Looking For

Current New Mexico Barber or Cosmetology license in good standing

3 years of experience

Available to work on weekends

Strong technical skills and attention to detail

A genuine interest in grooming, style, and personal presentation

Excellent customer service and communication skills

Comfortable working with a diverse range of clients, hair types, styles, and identities

Professional, dependable, and respectful

Willingness to continue learning and developing your craft

A positive attitude and a genuine interest in creating a welcoming environment

What We Offer

We offer a hourly guaranty with service and sales commissions.

Flexible work schedule

A welcoming, inclusive, and creatively minded work environment

Opportunities for continuing education and professional development

Opportunities to grow your clientele and your career

Compensation designed to reward performance, experience, and contribution

The opportunity to be part of a growing lifestyle brand

Our Culture

At Buddies, we believe everyone deserves to look and feel like themselves. We provide gender-affirming cuts and styles, respect our clients' names and pronouns, and celebrate people of every background, body, and identity. We serve the the leather, drag, gay, trans, queer queer community, and their allies.

If you're a skilled Barber or Cosmetologist who takes pride in your work, enjoys connecting with people, and wants to be part of something a little different, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply: Please submit your resume, a brief introduction, and examples of your work or a portfolio/social media account showcasing your work.

Benefits:
• Continuing education credits
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Store discount

Work Location: In person