ZIVA BEAUTY is a premium, multicultural beauty destination in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, specializing in professional hair, beauty and esthetic services, alongside a curated selection of beauty products.

We are seeking an experienced and talented Black Hair Stylist & Braiding Specialist with strong expertise in African and multicultural hairstyling, protective styles, natural hair care, wigs and hair extensions.

This role is central to our hair service offering. We are looking for someone passionate about Black hair, confident working with different hair textures and committed to delivering beautiful, high-quality results and exceptional client experiences.

Key Responsibilities

1. Braiding & Protective Hairstyles

- Box braids and knotless braids.
- Cornrows and straight-back braids.
- Feed-in braids and Ghana braids.
- Stitch braids and freestyle cornrow designs.
- Fulani braids and tribal-inspired styles.
- Boho braids and goddess braids.
- Senegalese twists and other twist styles.
- Passion twists, Marley twists and rope twists.
- Other protective and contemporary African hairstyles.

2. Locs & Natural Hair Services

- Dreadlocks and loc installation.
- Loc retwisting, maintenance and styling.
- Starter locs and loc maintenance.
- Natural hair styling and protective styling.
- Two-strand twists and flat twists.
- Hair preparation, washing, conditioning and treatments.
- Scalp care and healthy hair maintenance recommendations.

3. Wigs, Weaves & Hair Extensions

- Wig installation, including frontal and closure installations.
- Wig customization, styling and maintenance.
- Sew-in weaves and versatile sew-in installations.
- Quick weaves and protective quick-weave techniques.
- Ponytail installations and styling.
- Hair extensions and blending techniques.
- Wig and extension styling, cutting and finishing.

4. Styling & Finishing Services

- Sleek ponytails and extended ponytail styles.
- Updos,



buns and special occasion hairstyles.
- Silk presses and blowouts, where qualified.
- Curling, flat ironing and other finishing techniques.
- Bridal, event and occasion hairstyling.
- Hair trimming and basic hair preparation where qualified.

5. Client Experience & Retail Sales

- Conduct consultations to understand client needs and recommend suitable hairstyles.
- Recommend appropriate haircare, scalp care and aftercare products.
- Educate clients on maintaining braids, locs, wigs, weaves and protective styles.
- Recommend complementary services and treatments where appropriate.
- Promote relevant retail products, including hair extensions, braiding hair, styling products and haircare accessories.
- Encourage repeat appointments, referrals and long-term client relationships.
- Support salon promotions, service packages and seasonal campaigns.

6. Salon Operations & Professional Standards

- Maintain excellent hygiene, sanitation and workstation cleanliness.
- Properly handle and maintain salon tools and equipment.
- Manage appointment times and provide services efficiently.
- Maintain accurate client service records and product usage information.
- Monitor supplies and communicate stock requirements.
- Work collaboratively with other beauty professionals.
- Follow salon procedures, professional standards and workplace safety requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

- Minimum 2–3 years of professional hairstyling and braiding experience preferred.
- Strong practical experience in Black hairstyling and textured hair.




- Demonstrated proficiency in knotless braids, cornrows, feed-in braids, twists and other protective styles.
- Experience with locs, wig installations, sew-ins and quick weaves is highly desirable.
- Ability to work with natural, coily, curly, kinky and other hair textures.
- Knowledge of hair preparation, scalp care and protective styling practices.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Good time management, attention to detail and creativity.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Relevant hairstyling training, education or certifications are an asset.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate their work through a portfolio, photographs or videos of previous hairstyles.

Compensation & Benefits

- Competitive hourly wage: $39,000 –$44,000 annually, depending on experience and demonstrated skills.
- Tips.
- Vacation pay in accordance with Saskatchewan employment standards.
- Statutory holiday entitlements in accordance with applicable employment standards.
- Performance-based bonuses.
- Additional incentives for eligible retail product purchase.
- Employee discounts on selected products and services.
- Free parking, where available.
- Career development and skills training.
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
- Supportive, respectful and collaborative working environment.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for more than someone who can braid hair. We want a professional who understands Black hair, takes pride in their craft, creates exceptional hairstyles and understands the importance of healthy hair and customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate is dependable, creative, professional, sales-conscious and genuinely interested in growing with a premium beauty business.

Applications can be submitted through Indeed or emailed to: hr@zivabeauty ca

📌 Experienced Hair Stylist & Hair Braiding Specialist (Saskatoon)
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📍 Saskatoon