Hair Stylist Jobs Near Sanford, NC | Artisan Hair Cary
Quick answer: Artisan Hair Cary, located at 5039 Arco Street, Cary, NC 27519, is hiring for hair stylist jobs and welcomes stylists from Sanford and the wider Triangle. The drive from Sanford runs about 50 minutes via NC-55 to Alston Town Center. Rob Schutzbach, our Master Artisan and Educator, brings over 25 years of experience and trained with Arrojo and Sassoon. Email robanthony@att.net or call (919) 694-5755 to apply.
We are hiring for a team that serves Sanford and the broader Triangle area from a single Cary salon; here's what that actually looks like on the floor. We are not a chain and we do not assembly-line guests; this is an upscale, education-first salon led by a Master Artisan with more than 25 years of bench time, and roles open here only when seats actually open.
The Commute From Sanford, and Why Stylists Make It
Sanford stylists looking for an upscale salon environment regularly find their career fit at Artisan Hair Cary; the drive is long but the work environment is worth it. The drive from Sanford runs about 50 minutes via US-1 North to Exit 95 then east on US-64 to NC-55 North to Alston Town Center. We have stylists who commute longer distances every day because the work environment, the mentorship, and the brand education calendar make the drive worth it.
If you are based in Lee County, the route to our 5039 Arco Street salon is direct. We are inside Alston Town Center next to Whole Foods at the NC-55 and 540 interchange. Free parking, and an entrance that opens straight into the salon.
What a Hair Stylist Job Means at Artisan Hair Cary
Sanford stylists who end up here usually admit the same thing: the drive is long, but the work environment makes up for it. Every stylist on our team is treated as a craftsperson, not a body in a chair. That means a clean station, a real schedule, and back-to-back guests who already trust the salon. The actual work covers precision cutting, hand-painted color, smoothing services, and vivid creative color, with consultations that respect the guest’s time and yours. Rob mentors the floor weekly, new techniques get taught in-house, and mistakes get worked through as a team.
Who Works at Artisan Hair Cary
Our team is small, talented, and mentored every week. Three of the team members you would work alongside:
- Rob Schutzbach, Owner and Master Stylist. Specializes in color and razor cutting; Arrojo and Sassoon trained, former Arrojo Art Team member.
- Jordan, Salon Manager and Color Specialist. Specializes in balayage, fashion colors, and classic cutting; Tony and Guy and Wella educated.
- Lyla, Master Stylist. Specializes in balayage, long layered cuts, and color theory; Sassoon Academy advanced.
Meet the full artisan team at our Meet Our Artisans page.
Career Growth From Apprentice to Master Stylist
Advancement at Artisan Hair Cary is staged, not automatic. New licensees join as Apprentices and shadow senior stylists through cutting and color work. Structured mentorship runs 6 to 12 months before apprentices step up to Artisan Stylist and start their own column. From there, stylists can move toward Color Specialist, Senior Stylist, or Master Stylist depending on their own focus. What decides the next step is skill, consistency, and the team's own view of the work, never a quota or a race to a title.
That path is identical for someone straight out of cosmetology school and someone transferring in from another salon. We start with where you actually are and build forward from that point.
Brands, Tools, and Continuing Education
The product side of this job is not an afterthought. Goldwell, Lakme, Color WOW, KMS, and Amika make up daily use, Keratin Complex covers smoothing, and every lightening service gets bond support from K18 and Olaplex. Education tied to these brands comes straight from the manufacturers, plus Rob Schutzbach's internal teaching and workshops outside the Triangle for stylists who want more.
Stylists who keep learning are the ones who stay sharp, and we built the calendar so that continuing education happens automatically rather than being left up to individual effort.
Culture and What to Expect at Artisan Hair Cary
First impressions here are simple: a clean station, a schedule you can actually rely on, and a team that already knows who you are. Rob Schutzbach treats the floor like a place to teach, not just supervise. The pace stays steady on purpose. Consultations are never cut short.
The team eats together on most days, and the harder color corrections get worked through as a group rather than solo. Mistakes are treated as teaching moments. Stylists who came over from Sanford consistently point to the culture's steadiness as the part they did not realize was missing until they had it.
Education runs on its own steady rhythm alongside everything else. Brand classes, in-house teaching, and open chair time fit into the calendar without cutting into guest services. Stylists who want to grow keep growing, and stylists who want to specialize get a genuine runway to do it. Everything here is built with long careers in mind.
Getting Here from Sanford
We're located at 5039 Arco Street, Cary, NC 27519, inside Alston Town Center beside Whole Foods where NC-55 meets 540. The trip from Sanford runs about 50 minutes, typically US-1 North to Exit 95 then east on US-64 to NC-55 North to Alston Town Center.
Free parking sits right outside the entrance. Arrive 10 minutes early for interviews or working visits, and call (919) 694-5755 on the day if 540 traffic is a factor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the salon's address, and how far is it from Sanford?
5039 Arco Street, Cary, NC 27519, about 50 minutes from Sanford via NC-55 to Alston Town Center.
Can I apply if I live in Sanford?
Yes. Email your resume and portfolio to robanthony@att.net, or call (919) 694-5755. We typically respond within a week, faster if a seat is currently open.
Do I need my own client book to apply for a hair stylist role?
No. Established stylists can transition their books, but our floor stays full because of the salon's local reputation. We support newer stylists in building a book through walk-ins, online bookings through Mangomint, and team referrals.
What kind of stylists thrive in your hair stylist roles?
Stylists who care about technique, who want continuing education, who treat the team like a team, and who want to grow inside one salon for years rather than hop. If that sounds like you, the application form on our careers page is the first step.
Do you require a North Carolina cosmetology license?
Yes for any guest-facing role. New licensees and stylists nearing graduation are encouraged to apply when their license date is within 30 days.
Who leads the salon day-to-day?
Rob Schutzbach, our Master Artisan and Educator. Rob brings over 25 years of experience and is on the floor most days teaching and working with the team.
Do you hire full-time and part-time hair stylists?
Yes. We work with both full-time and part-time stylists depending on the seat. Schedule conversations happen during the interview.
Where do I apply for the hair stylist position?
Email a resume and a portfolio link to robanthony@att.net or call the salon at (919) 694-5755. You can also visit our career-opportunities page for the latest open roles.
How to Apply
Reach out with a resume, your North Carolina cosmetology license number (or expected graduation date if pending), and 6 to 10 portfolio photos to robanthony@att.net. Call (919) 694-5755 instead if a conversation is easier to start with. Serious candidates get a working interview so you can see the actual floor before committing.
Let's Talk About the Role
Visit the Career Opportunities page, email robanthony@att.net, or call (919) 694-5755 to get the conversation started. Artisan Hair Cary, 5039 Arco Street, Cary, NC 27519.