Join the Cuts by Carella Team
Shape the future of haircare excellence in Cairns.
At Cuts by Carella, success begins with a happy, high-performing team. We’re not just another salon — we’re a brand with ambition, building a reputation for luxury, precision, and consistency. Every member of our team plays a part in shaping that future.
Are you a skilled stylist or colourist with Certificate III or IV in Hairdressing (or equivalent)? Do you thrive in a professional environment where results, teamwork, and respect matter? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome stylists who are qualified, motivated, and ready to grow.
To thrive here, you’ll need:
• Certificate III in Hairdressing (minimum) — Certificate IV or international equivalent is valued.
• Adaptability — a willingness to learn CXC methods and maintain our high standards.
• Reliability — steady under pressure, consistent with timing, and accountable.
• Low ego, high respect — you work with others, not against them.
• Client focus — every decision puts the client’s experience and hair health first.
Why Join Us?
Working at CXC means stepping into a culture that balances tradition and innovation. You’ll refine your skills under the mentorship of Francesco, who brings more than 35 years of expertise in efficient, reliable, and timeless technique. You’ll also be part of a supportive team where respect and collaboration are non-negotiable.
We reward results through structured training, performance incentives, and opportunities to grow your career. Whether your goal is technical mastery, mentoring apprentices, or building leadership skills, CXC is a place where your contribution makes a real impact.
Rewards & Recognition
We believe great work deserves fair reward. At Cuts by Carella, our stylists enjoy:
• A competitive base salary aligned with industry standards and experience
• Structured bonuses that recognise performance, consistency, and client loyalty
• Tenure rewards for team members who grow with us over time
• Clear pathways for progression as skills, results, and responsibilities increase
By investing in our team, we create an environment where stylists feel valued — and where clients benefit from consistency, care, and long-term relationships.
Our Standards
Consistency is everything. Every client deserves exceptional service — not sometimes, but every time. That’s why we run on strict booking allocations, precise timings, and shared techniques that keep results uniform.
We take pride in doing more with less: a curated colour palette, resourceful mixing, and treatments that always put hair health first. Upselling is part of our philosophy too — not pressure, but service. Treatments like hydration, protection, and restoration aren’t add-ons, they’re how we deliver the best results possible.
Our Culture
At CXC, there are no egos and no excuses. We believe respect, humility, and shared success create the right environment for talent to grow. We hire not just for skill but for potential. If you’re coachable, open, and driven, you’ll find yourself supported every step of the way.
Happiness matters here. We build fair rosters, support wellbeing, and make sure work feels rewarding — not draining.
Our Hiring Process
We keep recruitment transparent and simple:
Application review
Interview with salon leadership
Paid in-salon trial to show your skills, timing, and teamwork
Clear disqualifiers:
• No Certificate III (or equivalent)
• Resistance to CXC methods and systems
• High-ego or disruptive behaviour
• Unreliable attendance or lateness
How to Apply
Send your resume and a brief cover letter to jeff@cutsbycarella.com.au, telling us how your skills and values align with our vision.
To strengthen your application, include:
• Two referees from the last 18 months
• Your timing benchmarks for a women’s styled cut and a half-head of foils + toner
• Your earliest start date and preferred hours
Equal Opportunity
We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need adjustments during recruitment, let us know.