Hi, I’m
Rebekah Solomon
Professional Hairstylist
Pelican Heights
Summary
Certified Hairstylist with extensive customer service background. I am a highly motivated individual who enjoys a challenge and I'm always eager to learn. I have 9 years of hands-on experience in delivering high-quality hair care and styling service. I am Reliable, hardworking and punctual. I bring both creativity and professionalism to every client interaction. My goal is always to help clients look and feel their best while staying on top of current trends and techniques. Excellent Customer Service abilities and administrative skills. Close attention to detail and I work quickly and efficiently under pressure. I work well within a team or independently. Motivated by love of aesthetic improvement and desire for customer satisfaction.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
2
Languages
Work History
Rooted
Hair Stylist
12.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Styling
- Balayage
- Highlights
- Cutting
- Tinting
- Extension removal (tape Row, tape-ins and weft)
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized haircuts, styling, and color services.
- Achieved consistent positive feedback from clients regarding their experience at the salon due in part to attentive listening skills during consultations.
- Built a loyal clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in styling techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow stylists to create a positive work environment and share best practices.
- Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
Blue Lemon Hair and Beauty
Junior Stylist and Salon Co-ordinator
06.2022 - 12.2023
Job overview
- Blow-drying.
- Basin treatments. (Olaplex, Joico, Kevin Murphy and Fibreplex, Chromoplex, Redken ABC Mix, Joico 4 step k-pak, Wellaplex )
- Serving clients refreshments.
- Brazilian Treatments (Brazilian Blowout)
- Botox treatments
- Micro keratin treatment
- Application of color, toners. Root shadows, root tap and color melt.
- Mixing of color.
- Stocks take.
- Pricing.
- Styling with a flat iron
- Milking and re-applying balayage and highlight's
- Collaborated with the salon team to create a welcoming environment, driving customer satisfaction.
- Supported the overall salon experience by performing reception duties when needed, contributing to seamless operations.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively managing walk-in clients while maintaining scheduled appointments without compromising quality of service delivery.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, ensuring repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities such as greeting clients, managing appointment books, and attending to walk-ins, ensuring a smooth-running salon experience for all guests.
Lavish-Lee Hair and Beauty
Hair Stylist//Senior stylist
06.2021 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Blowdrying.
- Basin treatments. (Olaplex, Joico, Kevin Murphy and Fibreplex )
- Serving clients refreshments.
- Brazilian Treatments (Brazilian Blowout)
- Application of color and toners.
- Holding foils.
- Mixing of color.
- Stocks take.
- Pricing.
- Cutting
- Relaxers
- Straighteners
- Highlights, Balayage and Ombre'.
- Styling with a flat iron
- Collaborated with fellow stylists to create a positive work environment and share best practices.
- Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
- Achieved consistent positive feedback from clients regarding their experience at the salon due in part to attentive listening skills during consultations.
Becky Samuel - Mobile Hairstylist
Hair Stylist/Self Employed/Senior stylist
06.2018 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Cleaning.
- Washing hair.
- Blowdrying.
- Basin treatments.(Olaplex, Joico, Kevin Murphy and Fibreplex )
- Serving clients refreshments.
- Brazilian Treatments( Brazillian Blowout)
- Application of color and toners.
- Holding foils.
- Mixing of color.
- Cutting foils for highlights.
- Stocks take.
- Pricing.
- Cutting
- Relaxers
- Straighteners
- Highlights, Balayage and Ombre'.
- Styling with a flat iron.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased repeat business and referrals.
- Provided excellent customer service by attentively listening to client needs and addressing concerns promptly.
- Determined appropriate hair treatments based on conditions and textures.
- Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make customers look fashionable and increase satisfaction.
Jem Hair And Beauty Salon
Hair Stylist (junior stylist)
03.2018 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Cleaning.
- Washing hair.
- Blowdrying.
- Basin treatments.(Olaplex, Joico, Kevin Murphy and Fibreplex )
- Serving clients refreshments.
- Brazilian Treatments( Brazilian Blowout)
- Application of color and toners.
- Holding foils.
- Mixing of color.
- Cutting foils for highlights.
- Stocks take.
- Pricing.
- Cutting
- Relaxers
- Straighteners
- Highlights, Balayage and Ombre'.
- Built a loyal clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in styling techniques.
- Successfully managed a high volume of clients during peak hours while maintaining a calm and efficient demeanor.
- Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
Honey Comb
Hair Stylist( 3rd year of hairdressing course)
12.2017 - 03.2018
Job overview
- Cleaning.
- Washing hair.
- Blowdrying.
- Basin treatments.(Olaplex, Joico, Kevin Murphy and Fibreplex )
- Serving clients refreshments.
- Brazillian Treatments( Brazillian Blowout)
- Application of color and toners.
- Holding foils.
- Mixing of color.
- Cutting foils for highlights.
- Stocks take.
- Pricing.
- Cutting
- Relaxers
- Straighteners
- Highlights, Balayage and Ombre'.
- Styling with a flat iron.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased repeat business and referrals.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by supporting team members and assisting with tasks as necessary.
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
Savas Hair
Apprenticeship for hairdressing course(3 year course)
06.2016 - 04.2017
Job overview
- Cleaning.
- Washing hair.
- Blowdrying.
- Basin treatments.(Olaplex, Joico, Kevin Murphy and Fibreplex )
- Serving clients refreshments.
- Brazilian Treatments( Brazilian Blowout)
- Application of color and toners.
- Holding foils.
- Mixing of color.
- Cutting foils for highlights.
- Stocks take.
- Pricing.
- Styling with a flat iron
Snippets Hair Salon
Apprenticeship for hairdressing course(3 year course)
06.2016 - 02.2017
Job overview
- Cleaning.
- Washing hair.
- Blow-drying.
- Basin treatments( Redken, Matrix and Purerolgy)
- Serving clients refreshments.
- Holding foils.
- Cutting of foils for highlights.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities such as greeting clients, managing appointment books, and attending to walk-ins, ensuring a smooth-running salon experience for all guests.
Caryn's Hair And Beauty
Apprenticeship for hairdressing course(3 year course)
02.2015 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Cleaning.
- Washing hair.
- Blowdrying.
- Basin treatments.
- Serving clients refreshments.
Immigration For You
General Assistant/Receptionist
06.2015 - 12.2015
Job overview
- Immigration agent on behalf of the practitioner.
- Collection of permit's at the department of home affairs.
- Following up on applications at the Department of Home Affairs.
- Submitting applications at the Department of Home affairs
- Liaising with clients about their applications that was done by the company.
- Doing the banking for the office.
- Arranging the itinerary's for our client's application's .
- Daily filling.
- Handling queries from the clients.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities such as greeting clients, managing appointment books, and attending to walk-ins, ensuring a smooth-running salon experience for all guests.
John P. Solomon Immigration practitioner
General Assistant
05.2013 - 05.2014
Job overview
- Immigration agent on behalf of the practitioner.
- Collection of permit's at the department of home affairs.
- Following up on applications at the Department of Home Affairs.
- Submitting applications at the Department of Home affairs
- Liaising with clients about their applications that was done by the company.
- Doing the banking for the office.
- Arranging the itinerary's for our client's application's .
- Daily filling.
- Handling queries from the clients.
- Reception duties.
American Swiss
Teller and Sales Assistant (flexi-worker)
11.2012 - 03.2013
Job overview
- Helped customers with queries and inquiries.
- Sales.
- Teller.
- Stock take.
- General cleaning.
- Merchandising the silver department.
Foshini
Teller and Sales Assistant
12.2011 - 02.2012
Job overview
- Helped customers with queries.
- Sales.
- Teller.
- Stock take.
- General cleaning.
- Merchandising.
Truworths Head Office
Fashion Delivery Consultant (Call Center)
12.2010 - 08.2011
Job overview
- Customer care.
- Liaising with the sales assistant's at the different stores around the country.
- Sourcing different clothing items for customer's.
Strandfontein Pharmacy
Cashier and Sales Person.
01.2008 - 11.2008
Job overview
- Helped customers with queries.
- Sales.
- Cashier.
- Stock take.
Education
Norman Henshilwood High School
Matric Certificate from Bachelors
01.2006 - 01.2010
College Of Cape Town
Hairdressing Certificate from NQF level4
01.2016 - 01.2018
Skills
Men and women haircuts
Hair maintenance expert
Color corrections
Customer consultation
Highlights and lowlights
Hair styling techniques
Client consultation
Hair straightening
Advanced communication skills
Strong leader
Highly motivated self-starter
Hair extensions
Personal Information
- Dependents: 2
- Date of Birth: 10/04/92
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
- Marital Status: married
References
Rooted
Blue Lemon Hair and Beauty
Riaaz Galiem / Tenille Galiem
021 434 7112
Lavish-Lee
Melissa Momberg
021 434 7112
Jem hair Studio
Ingrid Daniels
083 285 1567
Timeline
Hair Stylist
Rooted
12.2023 - Current
Junior Stylist and Salon Co-ordinator
Blue Lemon Hair and Beauty
06.2022 - 12.2023
Hair Stylist//Senior stylist
Lavish-Lee Hair and Beauty
06.2021 - 06.2022
Hair Stylist/Self Employed/Senior stylist
Becky Samuel - Mobile Hairstylist
06.2018 - 06.2021
Hair Stylist (junior stylist)
Jem Hair And Beauty Salon
03.2018 - 06.2018
Hair Stylist( 3rd year of hairdressing course)
Honey Comb
12.2017 - 03.2018
Apprenticeship for hairdressing course(3 year course)
Savas Hair
06.2016 - 04.2017
Apprenticeship for hairdressing course(3 year course)
Snippets Hair Salon
06.2016 - 02.2017
College Of Cape Town
Hairdressing Certificate from NQF level4
01.2016 - 01.2018
General Assistant/Receptionist
Immigration For You
06.2015 - 12.2015
Apprenticeship for hairdressing course(3 year course)
Caryn's Hair And Beauty
02.2015 - 06.2016
General Assistant
John P. Solomon Immigration practitioner
05.2013 - 05.2014
Teller and Sales Assistant (flexi-worker)
American Swiss
11.2012 - 03.2013
Teller and Sales Assistant
Foshini
12.2011 - 02.2012
Fashion Delivery Consultant (Call Center)
Truworths Head Office
12.2010 - 08.2011
Cashier and Sales Person.
Strandfontein Pharmacy
01.2008 - 11.2008
Norman Henshilwood High School
Matric Certificate from Bachelors
01.2006 - 01.2010