Experienced Dog Groomer

Sparkle Grooming Co. • Montclair, NJ

3d • $46,000 - $54,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We're not your average dog groomer. Founded in 2022, Sparkle is where routine pet care meets small-box retail and social service. As an AKC S.A.F.E. Salon Certified provider, we uphold the highest standards of safety, accountability, and professionalism in the industry. Our unique membership-based model ensures a steady, predictable flow of repeat clients and promotes routine care. This allows you to focus on what matters most: building lasting relationships with pets and their parents, and delivering high-quality grooming in a calm, wellness-focused environment.

Requirements

• 2+ years of professional dog grooming experience required.
• Strong, hands-on knowledge of individual breed standards and breed-specific cuts.
• Experience in customer service and consultative sales, a collaborative team mindset, and a genuine desire to connect with clients and their pets.
• Dedication to pet safety, consistency, and thriving in a supportive, culture-first environment.

Responsibilities

• Style & Trim: Shave, trim, and style pet hair using proper scissoring techniques according to owner preferences, ensuring a safe and stress-free experience for the dog.
• Bathing & Hygiene: Clean, wash, shampoo, and condition each dog; maintain overall pet hygiene by clipping nails, brushing teeth, and cleaning ears.
• Client Connection: Advise pet parents on at-home care tips, maintenance best practices, and naturally introduce membership options and retail products that support their dog's routine care.
• Salon Excellence: Maintain a clean, safe, and pristine workstation by sanitizing and sweeping before the arrival of every pet and at the end of every workday.

Benefits

• Health Insurance Subsidy
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Continuous opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a rapidly growing brand

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed