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Charity Hakutangwi

Hairstylist
Midrand

Summary


Professional hair care specialist with proven track record in salon management. Skilled in team leadership, client relations, and operational efficiency. Strong focus on achieving results and maintaining high standards. Adaptable to changing needs with collaborative approach to team success.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Hair Salon Manager

Dios Hair Salon
01.2022 - Current

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  • Facilitated open lines of communication between staff members through regular meetings fostering teamwork spirit.
  • Streamlined salon operations for increased efficiency by implementing new appointment scheduling system.
  • Developed loyalty programs that encouraged repeat business from satisfied clients.
  • Assisted in designing salon layout to optimize space utilization and create an inviting atmosphere for guests.
  • Implemented safety protocols to maintain a clean and sanitary environment for clients and staff alike.
  • Boosted staff productivity with regular training sessions on latest hair trends and techniques.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally ensuring swift resolution maintaining client trust and loyalty.
  • Provided guidance to stylists on advanced color techniques, enhancing their skill set and service offerings.
  • Negotiated agreements with product vendors, securing competitive pricing and favorable terms for the salon.
  • Fostered a positive working environment, resulting in high employee retention rates.
  • Recruited and hired top talent to maintain a skilled and diverse team of stylists.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, offering constructive feedback and setting goals for improvement.
  • Oversaw inventory management to ensure adequate stock levels of products and supplies.
  • Oversaw salon employee performance, facility cleanliness, and sales.
  • Controlled inventory by tracking expenses, purchases, and shelf stock.

Hair Stylist

Candi & Co Under Sorbet Group
01.2015 - 12.2021
  • Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
  • Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make customers look fashionable and increase satisfaction.
  • Increased salon revenue by upselling products and additional treatments during appointments.
  • Built a loyal clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in styling techniques.
  • Expertise in all-over color, highlighting techniques (balayage, ombre, foilyage), lowlights, color correction, dimensional color, gray coverage, and glossing and toning services.
  • Offered a range of treatments including deep conditioning, hair masks, scalp treatments, keratin treatments, and relaxers.

Self Employed Hairdresser

Charity's Hair Salon
09.2010 - 12.2014
  • Developed strong rapport with clients through excellent communication skills, resulting in referrals and positive reviews.
  • Supported reception desk, receiving phone calls, entering appointments, and collecting payments for services rendered.
  • Trimmed, cut, and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
  • Mentored junior stylists, sharing expertise in advanced cutting, coloring, and styling methods.
  • Boosted salon revenue by upselling hair care products and services based on individual client needs.

Senior Hairdresser

Essies's Beauty Salon
01.2005 - 08.2010
  • Streamlined appointment scheduling and client communication to maximize efficiency in salon operations.
  • Developed expertise in specialized areas such as bridal hairstyling which increased clientele diversity.
  • Participated in charitable events by offering hair services, positively impacting both the community and salon''s reputation.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized consultations and recommendations based on individual needs.

Hairdresser

Glamour Touch Salon
01.1999 - 12.2004
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized hair consultations and recommending suitable styles.
  • Supported fellow stylists during peak times by assisting them with shampooing or blow-drying tasks when needed.
  • Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients through excellent communication skills, resulting in referrals and positive reviews.

Education

Certificate - Bridal Styling And Advanced Hair Dressing

Alison
Online
04.2001 -

Certificate - Hairdressing

Mutare Polytechnical College
Mutare
04.2001 -

Trade Test - Hairdressing

City & Guilds
Mutare Zimbabwe
04.2001 -

Skills

Hair styling techniques

Client consultation

Customer feedback analysis

Color theory

Salon safety protocols

Hygiene standards

Problem-solving skills

Customer service

Salon safety and security

Guest relations

Decision-making skills

Commitment to quality and service

Timeline

Hair Salon Manager

Dios Hair Salon
01.2022 - Current

Hair Stylist

Candi & Co Under Sorbet Group
01.2015 - 12.2021

Self Employed Hairdresser

Charity's Hair Salon
09.2010 - 12.2014

Senior Hairdresser

Essies's Beauty Salon
01.2005 - 08.2010

Certificate - Bridal Styling And Advanced Hair Dressing

Alison
04.2001 -

Certificate - Hairdressing

Mutare Polytechnical College
04.2001 -

Trade Test - Hairdressing

City & Guilds
04.2001 -

Hairdresser

Glamour Touch Salon
01.1999 - 12.2004
Charity HakutangwiHairstylist