At Pigtails & Crewcuts, we love making kids smile — and we also love making life easier for our stylists. If you’re considering joining a salon, here’s why being a W2 employee is a big win compared to being an independent contractor (1099).
We’re hiring now at our Augusta Road and Five Forks locations — Full-time, Part-time, or Saturday-only
W2 vs 1099: What You Need to Know
Feature | W2 Employee | 1099 Independent Contractor |
Overtime Eligibility | ✅ Paid for overtime hours | ❌ Not eligible |
Tip Tax Exemption (Big Beautiful Act) | ✅ Up to $25,000 tips tax-free annually | ❌ Limited to net income from business; may not fully benefit |
Self-Employment Tax | ❌ Not responsible; employer withholds payroll taxes | ✅ Responsible for both employee and employer portions (Social Security + Medicare) |
Marketing/Clients | ✅ Employer provides clients; you focus on styling | ❌ Must find own clients and manage scheduling |
Tax Prep | ✅ Simple; employer handles W2 reporting | ❌ Must file quarterly estimated taxes; more complicated |
Why W2 is Better at Pigtails & Crewcuts
Keep More of Your Tips: Up to $25,000 tax-free under the Big Beautiful Act
Overtime Paid Properly: W2 employees receive full overtime compensation.
Less Tax Headache: Employer handles all payroll taxes and reporting
No Marketing Stress: We bring the clients to you — you focus on what you love: styling kids’ hair.
Career Perks: Reliable paychecks, training, employee discounts, equipment provided and a supportive team culture.
💇♀️ Ready to join the Pigtails & Crewcuts family?
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