Color Apprentice

Color Apprentice - Next Training Program start January 2027

At Tricoci Salon & Spa we believe in the power of beauty self-care and a sense of belonging. Were creating more than beautiful hairwere creating meaningful career opportunities for beauty professionals to grow learn and build confidence behind the chair.

We are looking for licensed cosmetologists who are passionate about hair color and ready to take the next step in their career. As a Color Apprentice youll work alongside experienced Colorists in a hands-on salon environment while developing your technical skills building guest relationships and gaining valuable experience as you work toward becoming a Tricoci Colorist.

What Youll Do

As a Color Apprentice you will work closely with our experienced Colorists and salon team while developing your skills through hands-on experience mentorship and education.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Work alongside and learn from experienced Senior Colorists and Colorists through hands-on mentorship.

• Assist Colorists with color services treatments shampoos and other salon services.

• Develop knowledge and understanding of professional color products techniques formulations and service standards.

• Apply and monitor treatments under the direction and guidance of experienced Colorists.

• Provide a high level of guest service and create a welcoming luxury salon experience.

• Build confidence in professional consultation communication and guest interactions.

• Maintain clean organized and fully stocked color and salon areas.

• Support the salon team by maintaining shampoo areas stations dispensary areas laundry and other salon spaces.

• Follow all safety sanitation and hygiene procedures before during and after services.

• Maintain compliance with Illinois cosmetology regulations and Tricoci standards.

• Actively participate in coaching mentorship and educational opportunities.

• Work collaboratively with the salon team to support an exceptional guest experience.

Your Growth Path

The Color Apprentice Program is designed to give licensed cosmetologists the opportunity to build their technical skills and gain experience in a professional salon environment while working toward a career as a Colorist.

As a Color Apprentice you will have access to:

• One-on-one mentorship from experienced Colorists and Senior Colorists.

• Hands-on salon experience in a fast-paced luxury salon environment.

• Education opportunities designed to support your professional and technical development.

• Continued coaching and feedback from salon leadership and Education.

• The opportunity to participate in Tricocis next Color Training Program with the next program beginning in January 2027.

• A structured pathway to transition into a Colorist in Training role and continue developing toward a Colorist career with Tricoci.

What Were Looking For

• Active Illinois Cosmetology License required.

• A genuine passion for hair color and the beauty industry.

• A desire to learn grow and develop technical skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• A guest-focused mindset with the ability to build meaningful client relationships.

• Ability to work independently while also being an engaged member of a team.

• Previous experience in retail hospitality customer service or a salon environment is a plus.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings weekends and some holidays.

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and perform the physical requirements of a salon environment.

• A positive coachable attitude and willingness to receive feedback and continuously improve.

Why Youll Love Working With Us

At Tricoci we invest in our people and believe your career should have room to grow.

• Competitive pay

• Employee discounts up to 90% off Tricoci menu service pricing and 2550% off retail

• Growth opportunities within a diverse inclusive and fun working environment

• Comprehensive health insurance including medical/Rx dental vision life and disability

• Critical Illness Group Accident and Hospital Indemnity insurance available

• Company matching 401(k) plan

• Wellness benefits including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 5 free sessions per situation

• Paid leave/vacation

Health insurance and 401(k) are available after meeting eligibility requirements.

About Tricoci Salon & Spa

Tricoci inspires confidence within every guest by catering to the unique needs of every individual and providing an experience that is anything but ordinary. Our salons are designed to be places where beauty professionals can learn grow and build rewarding careers while delivering an exceptional guest experience.

Ready to grow your career in color Join Tricoci and take the next step toward becoming a Colorist.

Tricoci is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation age marital status veteran status disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Tricoci makes reasonable accommodations during all aspects of the employment process including during the interview process. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment for all employees.