Who we are
A TEAM IS A LIVING, CHANGING,
GROWING THING!
Au Premier is a large, expanding, and diversely talented team of about 70 people. Mutual respect and having fun working together are our priorities. Come see for yourself what a great mix of cultures, ages, and levels of experience we have going on. We all share a passionate commitment to diversity, creativity, and respect.
«The success of Au Premier is built on the combined efforts of all of our team members.
They are Au Premier.» – DORYS
«Teaching is my passion. The secret is to first stimulate curiosity, and then satisfy it.» – SILVANA
Our Academy
in our Academy
Every season in our Academy is a new opportunity for young artist to develop their skills with personalized training in styling, inspired by major salons like Vidal Sassoon. The program lasts several months, allowing students to evolve technically and creatively. The Academy is managed by Silvana Melfi, stylist and associate.
continuing education is essential
We believe continuing education is essential.
It feeds our creativity and stimulates individual development. A variety of training programs relating to team roles are available. Designed to encourage talent development, team members have the opportunity to take external courses. We offer a 70/30 program, in which 70% of traning fees are paid by Au Premier.
A major player on Montréal’s beauty scene for nearly 30 years.
Savoir-faire that mixes professionalism, style, and conviviality. And a team of experts that is always on top of new trends and techniques.
Owners : Dorys Bélanger and Silvana Melfi
- 1982 – First snip of the scissors. Owner Dorys Bélanger launches the business. Ten young professionals, a thousand square feet.
- 2000 – First snip of the scissors. Owner Dorys Bélanger launches the business. Ten young professionals, a thousand square feet.
- 2002 – After 15 years as a collaborator, Silvana Melfi becomes an associate. She creates an internal training program that helps team members maintain ongoing professional development.
- 2004 – Au Premier takes over the 2nd floor of the building and builds a high-end spa. An immediate success.
- 2006 – The Academy is created to encourage continuous professional refinement among team members, and to maintain the high standards that have become the company’s hallmark.
- 2008 – Au Premier renovates and re-designs its two floors.
- 2009 – Installation of a medical-grade sterilization centre for hand and foot care. The company starts offering laser treaments and keratine hair straightening.
- 2010 -Au premier continues its evolution, and maintains its reputation as one of the finest salons in the greater Montréal region.
- 2013 – Now a team of 75, a complete range of services, and 7,500 square feet.
A career at Au Premier
At Au Premier we take the responsability of bringing out the best in people.
Our team strives for excellence, with the goal of providing exemplary service and a flawless experience. We maintain high technical and customer service standards, and only recruit individuals who are commited to maintaining our company values. Each client visit is an opportunity to earn the privilege of another visit.
The environment we cultivate at Au Premier could be described as:
Simple, professional, welcoming, fast, healthy, exciting, educational, creative and stimulating.
Every team member is responsible for affirming these attiributes in their day-to-day approach to work.
We offer group insurance for permanent employees that includes:
- Medical inssurance
- Hospitalisation
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paramedical care and more…
Employment Opportunities:
Esthetician • Colorist • Makeup Artist • Hand and foot care technician • Receptionist • Stylist • Assistant Stylist
Qualities and responsabilities:
Aptitude for client service • Passion for your trade • Open-minded and creative • Positive attitude, smiling, welcoming • Analytical mind • Capable of taking initiative • Flexible • Provide customized service according to client needs and according to the Au Premier standards and protocols • Manage clients • Respect Au Premier quality guidelines • Participate in internal and external training programs
Send your CV to [email protected]