Cosmetology Manager
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10137288 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Dec. 04, 2025Job Summary:
About the Role & Team
"We make magic.” That’s our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, and it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you’ll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!"
Want to work with great people from a diverse group of backgrounds while supporting elite entertainment offerings? Disney Facilities and Operations Services Costuming is seeking applicants for a Cosmetology Manager position. Candidates will have a passion for guest and cast service putting inclusion at the forefront of everything they do. FOS Cosmetology supports all of Walt Disney World in the day-to-day maintenance of wigs, prosthetics, facial hair, and more. Cosmetology Managers lead and mentor some of the most hard-working cast members in the industry!
You will report to the Proprietor of Costuming and Cosmetology Operations for WDW
This is a Full-Time role
Position Overview
As a leader on our Cosmetology team, you will be responsible for managing, guiding, and developing a team of hourly Cosmetologists to ensure exemplary service and operational excellence. This role requires demonstrated leadership, proactive coaching, and mentoring to nurture talent and drive team success.
What You Will Do
Provide strong leadership and direction to the Cosmetology team, fostering a culture of continuous growth, engagement, and accountability.
Ensure the highest standards of safety by maintaining a compliant work environment and adhering to all Company, State, and Federal regulations.
Cultivate and sustain effective partnerships with Entertainment and Costuming departments, serving as a key liaison to drive cohesive collaboration.
Represent and advocate for business needs within a dynamic, fast-paced environment, consistently supporting the achievement of organizational objectives.
Monitor and analyze inventory levels, show quality of wigs, and related expenses, implementing actions to achieve and exceed annual financial targets.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Minimum one year of leadership experience, or equivalent supervisory experience.
Flexible availability, including the ability to work weekends, evenings, overnights, and holidays as required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and adaptability to learn new software applications as necessary.
Highly motivated self-starter, able to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong networking, mentoring, and partnership-building abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
Active Cosmetology license.
At least one year of experience in cosmetology or a related entertainment field.
In-depth knowledge of Walt Disney World Resort policies and procedures, including union contract guidelines.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
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About Walt Disney World Resort:
Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Walt Disney Entertainment, which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort.
Walt Disney Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
