what percentage to pay salon owner ???

[TOPCAT1008]

HI - I have been offered a place in a hairdreser/beauty salon- really nice and busy. The only snag is the salon owner wants 50% of the money I take. This is what she does with the self-employed people she already has - and they are happy with this. I have since thought about it and have emailed her to say that i would really like to work in her place, but this is a bit steep and explained that the other therapists require a room with all the appliances etc, whereas I would not be requiring anything as I am sitting in a nice area in the reception. Hope someone can point me in the right direction about this as I would realy love to work there and it is a good opportnity to myself. I have been home based for 2 years and this is my first try at a salon. Also vcan anyone tell me what the nrmal rates are

marie

 

[Kimberley0699]

This seems quite steep to me. Personally I would say no thanks (but thats just me). Is she expecting you to provide all your products etc too?

 

[Lellipop]

This is steep the going rate is normally 25%, If you also have to supply your own products I would say forget it and look for a better offer.

 

[Little Angel]

Hi

The normal rate is 25% if you do a search there are loads of threads on this. If she wants 50% what does this include? Advertising, products, insurance, receptionist, retail products, record cards, nail desk etc????

I would look into it more and ask for the terms in writing so you are both clear and this will avoid any misunderstandings.

 

[vicky]

Hi Marie


That seems really steep to me. When i was in a Salon i paid 25% but this include phone, light, heating, tea/coffee, and they booked in customers for me. Any retail or art work was not included that was all mine.

I think you should talk to them again or ring round afew salons and ask there rate.

Vicky

 

[mooredianne]

my reaction was way too much!!! i used to pay 25% of my takings and i supplied my own products and equipment. the salon took my bookings, provided tea, coffee, electric, water etc. this worked really well and i now have moved on to paying a flate rate of £30 a week, which is reasonable for the area i am in.

 

[TOPCAT1008]

my reaction was way too much!!! i used to pay 25% of my takings and i supplied my own products and equipment. the salon took my bookings, provided tea, coffee, electric, water etc. this worked really well and i now have moved on to paying a flate rate of £30 a week, which is reasonable for the area i am in.

Thnks for all your replies. This has reassured myself tht I thought this was a bit steep. Will get in touch and let you now the outcome. Thanks again and I love this site .

 

[Kim Lawless]

I wouldn't give her more than 25%. Also you need to establish up front who the clients belong to. If you leave, can you take them with you?

Good luck. xxx