Dog groomer job description

Experienced Dog Groomer
Mission Bay
Full-Time
Rates Based on Experience: $22-$32/hr

Purrks & Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (at no cost to you)
• $1,000 sign-on bonus
• Amazing discounts on all products and services
• Tips
• Monthly bonus program
• Paid time off
• Discounted pet insurance
• Free small dog daycare (not available at all locations)
• Assigned bather so you can focus on your skill and quality
• Working with dogs every day

We are looking for full-time Experienced Groomers to join our high-energy, fun, and customer-friendly teams in our Mission Bay location.

Are you an experienced Dog Groomer, who takes his or her craft seriously? The personal pride in grooming an animal is an absolutely necessary quality that Healthy Spot looks for in a talented Groomer! We provide you with seminars and ongoing training, to be constantly improving and learning new grooming techniques and styles.

If you are the type of person who sees grooming as an art and is ready to be surrounded by like-minded individuals, please apply!

We have very competitive pay rates, and they would depend on which grooming level you test into during your skills test evaluation.

Healthy Spot Grooming Safety Standards

*Professional experience/training required. If you are interested in starting a career in dog grooming, we have apprentice bather positions available. Please visit our website at www.healthyspot.com/careers to apply.*

*Healthy Spot considers qualified applicants with criminal histories.*

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C ome work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world!

Responsible to deliver pet parent service and grooming services to our pet parents and the pets in our care that align with our brand promise. This job is composed of a variety of different tasks that are covered by operational guidelines, and while individual judgment may occasionally be required in order to complete assigned tasks; most questions are directed to either the Grooming Salon Leader or the General Manager. Position is responsible for the welfare of all live animals within the department. GSL will report to the General Manager and collaborate to drive the business.

Essential Job Functions: The incumbent must be able to consistently perform all of the following duties and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation.
+ Provide quick and courteous service to all pet parents by utilizing INTENT in the salon

+ Professionally perform grooming services on animals as requested by pet parents and in accordance with company policy and procedure, ensuring the safety and well-being of each animal

+ This is to include; completing bath services, haircut services, walk in services I.E. nail trims

+ Interest in animal welfare

+ Must be able to move/lift animals and merchandise up to 30 pounds

+ Utilize grooming instruments including shears, clippers and dryers.

+ Perform grooming services per pet parent instructions, ensuring the safety and well-being of animals

+ Adhere to all Policies and Procedures.

+ Ensure OSE standards are maintained in the department

+ Interact professionally and effectively through verbal and written communication with all professional contacts with emphasis on company interests

+ Providing and keeping a clean and safe environment for the pets in our care in the salon

Supervisory Responsibility:

May provide guidance to other new salon partners or salon partners in training or other. May also test potential applicants for grooming procedures and evaluate skills and other job related tasks.

Work Environment:

The majority of job duties are conducted indoors in the grooming salon. Position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time. A large amount of this partner's time will be spent in direct contact with our pet parents and their dogs and the remaining time will be with the other salon partners. The work environment can be noisy and wet.

Education/Experience:

A qualified applicant to this position will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the grooming industry, and either a high school diploma or its equivalent (GED) is preferred. In addition, the applicant must have completed the Petco Pet Stylist Apprentice Program or a minimum of one year's experience grooming/styling pets under the leadership of a professional groomer and must successfully complete a personal skills evaluation by a Petco Pet Stylist or Grooming Salon Manager.

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.

Up to $1,500 Hiring Bonus Potential!

Hiring bonus potential is evaluated based on test groom performance, it is not guaranteed with offer of employment.

$15.00 per hour + incentive compensation

Subject to change depending on State/City/County minimums.

Position Purpose

Do you think of your pet as a member of the family? If so, then we have a lot in common! Like you, we are extremely devoted to our pets and only want the best for them. We are a community of true pet lovers with shared interests and values. We are professionally committed to being your resource for all aspects of pet ownership including health and nutrition, training, grooming and the latest in general pet care. As a Groomer, you help make a difference in the lives of pets by providing customers with an upscale pet styling experience to improve the look and feel of a pet's physical appearance. Depending on the incumbent's professional grooming experience, level of role and scheduling, the following grooming services may be performed: bathing, brushing, blow drying, de-matting, cutting or trimming hair/fur, gland expression, brushing teeth, nail clipping and grinding, and other specialty services.

Why should you join our team?

Programs and benefit eligibility will vary based on average hours worked and length of service.

Part-time team members enjoy the following:

• Growth opportunities!
• PTO (paid time off) - 1 hour per every 30 hours worked
• 401(k) Program
• Generous discounts on goods and services
• Employee Assistance Program/ 24X7 - completely confidential
• Groomer referral bonus program
• Focus on quality vs. quantity AND humanity vs. vanity

But don't just take my word for it . . .

Check out what our groomers have to say . . .

Essential Job Functions

The incumbent must be able to perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Complete superior grooms (e.g., bathing, brushing, blow drying, de-matting, cutting or trimming hair/ fur, gland expression, teeth brushing, nail clipping and grinding, and other specialty services)
• Provide a thorough hands-on pet check-in and check-out process for each pet and pet parent
• Use good judgment and alert pet parent of any anomalies that a dog may have
• Actively engage pet parents and pets, share product knowledge, and educate pet parents
• Authentically offer enhancements to meet our pet's and pet parent's specific needs to support the growth of the business
• Always treat all pets and pet parents with kindness, respect, and proper handling
• Positively interact with pet parents in-person, via email, text, and phone providing them with proactive communication and exceptional service
• Actively engage pet parents to continue to grow the business
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment
• Rebook with pet parents to ensure timely, holistic care to promote pet wellness
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older
• Minimum 6 months of professional experience in pet grooming
• Grooming tools and equipment in good working condition
• Passion for dog grooming and the well-being of pets
• Knowledgeable in breed standard grooms
• Skills in scissoring, general cleaning, nail trimming, styling, and all other pet grooming functions
• Willingness to be educated about the products and services offered
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, which will require evening and weekend shifts
• Exceptional active-listening and customer service skills
• Good time management skills
• Grooming certification preferred

Physical Demands

• Position requires person to be both indoors and outdoors (to assist with customer carry out)
• Majority of day is spent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Must be comfortable working with a wide variety of animals including small and large dogs
• Must be able to work around pet hair and dander

IPP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. IPP recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or citizenship status.