Christopher McAree
Newtownabbey,Antrim and Newtownabbey
Summary
A highly skilled Alfaparf master colour specialist with expertise in creative balayage techniques and precision cutting. Demonstrates proficiency in upstyling, tape-in hair extensions, and advanced barbering techniques. Possesses extensive product knowledge and excels in keratin treatments, mentoring stylists, and maintaining a positive attitude under pressure. Strong time management and organisational skills ensure efficient workflow and client satisfaction. Committed to continuous professional development and enhancing salon services through innovative approaches.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior hair stylist
Chrysalis Salons Ltd
Glengormley, Antrim and Newtownabbey
2008.08 - Current
- Ensure strict adherence to health and safety regulations whilst conducting various hair treatments, safeguarding both staff and clients' wellbeing.
- Provide a full range of professional hair services including cutting, colouring, styling, perming, tape in extensions and treatments.
- Manage a high volume column while ensuring excellent customer satisfaction and retention.
- Mentor junior team members and assist with training.
- Promote salon retail products and consistently achieve high sales.
- Facilitated smooth appointment scheduling processes through efficient use of booking system software-minimising waiting time for customers.
- Supported reception efficiency by taking phone calls, inputting appointments and collecting payments.
Hair stylist
Peter Mark
Belfast, Co Antrim
2004.05 - 2008.07
- Delivered professional hair services in a fast-paced salon environment.
- Assisted senior stylists and developed advanced colouring and cutting techniques.
- Conducted thorough consultations to understand client needs and expectations.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness, presentation and customer care.
- Achieved professional stylist qualification through intensive salon training, practical assessments and examinations, developing advanced technical skills and industry knowledge.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Hairdressing
Peter Mark Hairdressing
Belfast / Northern Ireland 2004.05 - 2008.07
A-Levels - Languages - English - French _ Spanish
Hazelwood Integrated College
Belfast / Northern Ireland 1995.08 - 2002.07
Skills
- Alfaparf master colour specialist
- Creative balayage techniques
- Precision cutting
- Upstyling
- Tape-in hair extensions
- Barbering techniques
- Product knowledge
- Keratin treatment proficiency
- Mentoring stylists
- Positive attitude under pressure
- Time management and organisation
Timeline
Senior hair stylist
Chrysalis Salons Ltd
2008.08 - Current
Hair stylist
Peter Mark
2004.05 - 2008.07
NVQ Level 3 - Hairdressing
Peter Mark Hairdressing
2004.05 - 2008.07
A-Levels - Languages - English - French _ Spanish
Hazelwood Integrated College
1995.08 - 2002.07