We’re more than a salon. We’re a community built on a commitment to education, excellence, and care for our clients and our team. We believe that when our team thrives, our guests thrive.
That’s why we’ve created an environment where talented professionals can grow, learn, and express their creativity while delivering exceptional experiences to every client who walks through our doors.
Established in 1977, Mane Attraction Salon is a 2,400 square foot luxury hair salon located in the prestigious Biltmore area of Phoenix. We’ve been recognized as a Salon Today Top 200 salon for 17 consecutive years and are proud members of the Professional Beauty Association. Owned and operated by third-generation husband and wife duo Chris and Jenny Knudsen, our mission is always to elevate our team, our clients, our salon experience, our community, and the industry.
Whether you’re an experienced stylist looking for a new home or an emerging artist eager to learn and grow, we’re here to provide the training, support, and culture you need to build a fulfilling, rewarding career in the beauty industry.
We’re committed to creating a salon environment that nurtures your skills, supports your growth, and helps you thrive. Here’s what we offer:
Stability and benefits you can count on
Take care of yourself when you need to
Support for growing families.
We invest in your ongoing learning & development.
Clear pathways to advance your career with us.
Build your future with retirement benefits.
Access to comprehensive health coverage options.
Financial stability while you build your clientele.
One-on-one mentorship to help you reach your goals.
We invest in promoting your & building your business.
What truly sets Mane Attraction Salon apart is our commitment to education. Before any stylist goes on the floor to service guests, they graduate from our intensive 12–24 month internal training program taught by our own experienced educators.
This comprehensive program goes far beyond basic hairdressing skills. We teach our stylists to:
Deliver consistent, high-quality results with every service
Provide exceptional consultation and client communication
Master advanced dimensional color, blonding, hand-painted highlights, and modern color application methods
Build strong, loyal client relationships
Study skin tone, eye color, and existing color to select the most complementary color palettes and techniques
Analyze bone structure, hair type, & lifestyle to create customized haircuts that work with each client's unique features.
Even after graduating from our program, education doesn’t stop. We prioritize ongoing training to ensure every team member stays current with modern techniques, the latest methods, and industry innovations.
We invest in advanced classes, workshops, and continued learning opportunities because we believe that education is the foundation of excellence.
If you’re serious about becoming an exceptional stylist and building a lasting career in the beauty industry, this is where you belong.
Beyond the benefits, you’ll be part of a team that genuinely cares about your success. You’ll work alongside inspiring, ambitious professionals in a busy but fun environment.
You’ll have access to the education, tools, and support you need to excel while enjoying the satisfaction that comes from making clients feel confident and beautiful.
Senior MASter Stylist, MAS Education Color Director, Aveda Brand Ambassador, In House Color Educator, In House Special Occasion Styling Educator
Designer Stylist and Social Media Manager
Senior MASter Stylist, In House Color Educator, and In House Cutting Educator
Owner
Owner, Senior MASter Stylist, and Director of Education
Senior MASter Stylist, MAS Brand Ambassador, In House Cutting Educator, and In House Special Occasion Styling Educator
Artistic Designer
We’re always seeking passionate, skilled individuals to join our growing team. Current openings include:
Start your journey with comprehensive training in our intensive education program.
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Established in 1977 Mane Attraction Salon is a 2400 square foot hair salon located in the prestigious Biltmore area. We have been nominated as a Salon Today Top 200 salon for the last 17 years. We are proud members of PBA. MAS is proudly owned by 3rd generation husband and wife duo, Chris and Jenny Knudsen. Our mission is to ELEVATE our team, clients, salon experience, community and the craft of hairdressing.
We are looking for professional, career-minded individuals to join our team, who are ambitious and willing to be trained. It is required that you are either in cosmetology school or have a cosmetology license. We are passionate about our team, the community and elevating the craft of hairdressing through education.
Ask yourself the following questions. Are you…?
Professional – someone who shows up for work looking sharp, prepared for their day, and is organized.
Punctual – someone who has great time management skills.
Humble – someone who exemplifies humility, knows they are never done learning and growing, and has the mindset to fail 100x, but still keep trying.
A team player – someone who has the ability to put the teams needs over their own and to show up when the team needs you, even when they don’t feel like it.
Empathetic – someone who shows empathy to clients and teammates, even in the height of stressful times.
A great communicator – someone who is direct, constructive, kind and proactive with their communication skills.
Education focused – someone who is passionate about learning the internal communication, external communication, and technical skills necessary to succeed as a hair professional.
Passionate – about hair, life, people, camping, food, music, arts, family, travel, etc. To be a successful hairdresser you need to be a life-long student and find many passions in your life. You have to be especially passionate about our craft.
MAS is:
Professional
Punctual
Humble
A Team
Empathetic
Great communicators
Education focused
And PASSIONATE
MAS BENEFITS:
An advanced cutting and coloring training curriculum taught by our very own MAS educators (paid for and built into your work week)
Mentorship and business coaching from Senior Stylists and Owner
Continuous and on-going professional and personal education classes (paid for by MAS)
A Strong relationship with Aveda hair care, and Wella color that help educate our staff on the latest industry trends and skills.
Health Insurance (50% of premiums paid for by MAS for full time staff)
Vision and dental insurance packages
401K
We average over 150 new clients per month
Community involvement through our annual philanthropic campaigns
4 (10hr) work days
Team involvement with our various teams including demo, education, marketing, interview, mentor, etc.
Unlimited time off
Full-time Pay:
$16.00 – $19.00 per hour (Base plus tips with a Min $16/hr. guarantee)
Bring your skills to a team that values ongoing education & growth.
Established in 1977 Mane Attraction Salon is a 2400 square foot hair salon located in the prestigious Biltmore area. We have been nominated as a Salon Today Top 200 salon for the last 17 years. We are proud members of PBA. MAS is proudly owned by 3rd generation husband and wife duo, Chris and Jenny Knudsen. Our mission is to ELEVATE our team, clients, salon experience, community and the craft of hairdressing.
We are looking for professional, career-minded individuals to join our team, who are ambitious and willing to be trained. We are passionate about our team, the community and elevating the craft of hairdressing through education.
Ask yourself the following questions. Are you…?
Professional – someone who shows up for work looking sharp, prepared for their day, and is organized.
Punctual – someone who has great time management skills.
Humble – someone who exemplifies humility, knows they are never done learning and growing, and has the mindset to fail 100x, but still keep trying.
A team player – someone who has the ability to put the teams needs over their own and to show up when the team needs you, even when they don’t feel like it.
Empathetic – someone who shows empathy to clients and teammates, even in the height of stressful times.
A great communicator – someone who is direct, constructive, kind and proactive with their communication skills.
Education focused – someone who is passionate about learning the internal communication, external communication, and technical skills necessary to succeed as a hair professional.
Passionate – about hair, life, people, camping, food, music, arts, family, travel, etc. To be a successful hairdresser you need to be a life-long student and find many passions in your life. You have to be especially passionate about our craft.
MAS is:
Professional
Punctual
Humble
A Team
Empathetic
Great communicators
Education focused
And PASSIONATE
MAS Benefits:
An advanced cutting and coloring training curriculum taught by our very own MAS educators (paid for and built into your work week)
Mentorship and business coaching from Senior Stylists and Owner
Continuous and on-going professional and personal education classes (paid for by MAS)
A Strong relationship with Aveda hair care, and Wella color that help educate our staff on the latest industry trends and skills.
Health Insurance (50% of premiums paid for by MAS for full time staff)
Vision and dental insurance packages
401K
Hair services for yourself are at cost
Retail discounts (30-40% off for your personal purchases)
Unlimited time off
Community involvement through our annual philanthropic campaigns
4 (10hr) work days
Team involvement with our various teams including demo, education, marketing, interview, mentor, etc.
Pay:
Commission
Service commission (up to 50% commission)
Retail commission (up to 15%)
Earning potential ($40,000 – $100,000 +)
MAS averages 150-180 new clients a month and we distribute those based on a priority booking system (IE how good of a job are you doing hitting benchmarks in prebooking, client retention, retail, etc.)
Be the welcoming face of our salon & support our guest experience.
Mane Attraction Salon is a professional Hair Salon in the Biltmore area that delivers a high-end service in an approachable way; we are looking for an upbeat, friendly individual for a full-time front desk coordinator position. If you have salon or retail experience, and are looking for an opportunity to be part of a great team we at MAS would love to meet you. MAS is proudly owned by 3rd generation husband and wife duo, Chris and Jenny Knudsen. Our mission is to ELEVATE our team, clients, salon experience, community and the craft of hairdressing.
Qualifications:
Ask yourself the following questions. Are you….?
MAS Benefits:
Mentorship and business coaching from Senior Stylists and Owner
Continuous and on-going professional and personal education classes (paid for by MAS)
A Strong relationship with Aveda hair care, and Wella color that help educate our staff on the latest industry trends and skills.
Health Insurance (50% of premiums paid for by MAS for full time staff)
Vision and dental insurance packages
401K
Unlimited time off
Community involvement through our annual philanthropic campaigns
4 (10hr) work days
Team involvement with our various teams including demo, education, marketing, interview, mentor, etc.
Pay:
Starts at $17/ hour + Monthly Bonuses
Full time – 4 days a week (10hr work days)
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