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Title: Barber Apprentice Flex Location: United States-Washington-Oak Harbor Job Number: 240001KZ We are looking for a Barber Apprentice here in Oak Harbor, WA at the Navy Exchange. Why the Navy Exchange ? While some may serve overseas for our country, we hold down the fort – we serve the men and women who wear the flag – America’s strength, America’s heart. We are here to guide them, and deliver our service members and their families the tools they need to do what they love to do. Here at the Navy Exchange in Oak Harbor, no two days will look the same. You can expect an unforgettable, dynamic, and competitive work environment. We are a diverse and inclusive team supporting a high volume store, who push ourselves and those around us to develop personally and professionally, every single day. No booth rental required! No back bar/styling product costs! The Navy Exchange provides and maintains the stations, chairs, vacuums, drapes and smocks. This is where YOU fit in: Navy Exchange Whidbey is in need of a Barber or Cosmetology student to answer the call; a team player who is dedicated to supporting our local Naval community, and operational successes on a day to day basis. You will provide hair care services to our Military patrons and their families. Your work will make an impact and support how our organization serves the best customer – our Military patrons and their families. So, what does a typical day look like? What does it take to succeed? Provides barbering hair care services for clients which includes cutting various hair styles to suit clients and families. Carries out policy of courtesy and customer service. Work under the supervision of a licensed Barber The Qualifiers: Must provide proof of enrollment in an accredited professional school of barber/cosmetology culture or proof of a military Barber School. Obtain an accredited license within 2 years of employment Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check. Physical effort requires continual use of both arms and legs. Includes frequent standing, reaching and lifting (seldom lift in excess of 5 pounds). Job Summary: As an apprentice, performs a variety of barbering services at a main, branch or location haircare facility for authorized military and civilian personnel. Works under the supervision of a licensed Barber. Duties and Responsibilities: - Under the supervision of a higher graded and licensed Barber, provides barbering hair care services for clients which include shampooing and conditioning, cutting, shaping sideburns, nape of neck, middle and top part of the head into various haircuts and styles to suit client; shaves face, styles mustache and beard. Massages neck, face and scalp. Checks client's scalp and hair for visible disorders such as sores, abrasions, diseases which might interfere with requested barbering services. Consults with client on matters pertaining to their hair care needs. - Maintains combs in solution and sanitizes equipment in chemical or physical agent. Responsible for the upkeep and cleanliness of designated work station and shop. Makes necessary preparations for shampoo and towels to be used to minimize delay of customer services. - Makes minor repairs on equipment such as replacing switches, plugs and cords, etc. - May operate cash register; prepares hair care chits, collects and accounts for cash received from clients; balances daily sales using Salesperson's Daily Cash Report. Sells hair care products to clients and maintains Daily Appointment Book by name of client, time and Stylist/Barber assigned. May assist with monthly inventory. - Carries out policy of courtesy and customer service. Ensures 100% client satisfaction. - Works under the general supervision of a designated supervisor. Carries out assignments within prescribed policies and procedures, exercises tact in dealing with clients. Work is reviewed in terms of quality of services provided and client satisfaction achieved. - Performs other related duties as assigned. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Requires continual use of both arms and legs which involves frequent standing, reaching and light lifting. Objects handled, such as beauty service apparatus, appliances, etc., seldom weigh in excess of 5 pounds. Dexterity is required in applying manual techniques. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed inside a haircare facility with proper lighting, sufficient plumbing and heating, adequate aisle space, strong water pressure, plenty of hot water, adequate electric power and outlets for appliances and apparatus. Incumbent is subject to the possibility of cuts, burns, strains and electric shock; and is exposed to hair cuttings, skin conditions, common colds and communicable diseases. Is required to wear a smock; wash hands thoroughly and frequently with soap and water; sanitize barbering tools after each use. Qualifications: EDUCATION AND LICENSE: Proof of enrollment in a state accredited professional barber school or proof of completion of a military barber school. A valid state barber's license (in the state were the position is located) must be obtained within 2 years of employment in the Barber Apprentice Program. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Requires continual use of both arms and legs which involves frequent standing, reaching and light lifting. Objects handled, such as barber service apparatus, appliances, etc., seldom weigh in excess of 5 pounds. Dexterity is required in applying manual techniques.