Onyva Dog Spa is Hiring Professional Dog Groomers for PRN / As-Needed Shifts!
About The Position
Onyva Dog Spa is hiring a PRN/as-needed Dog Stylist for its South Tampa spa. The Dog Stylist provides high-quality grooming while ensuring dogs’ health and safety throughout their care. Stylists maintain a calm, professional demeanor, help dogs feel comfortable, and use bathing products and equipment appropriately. They perform full-body clips based on owners’ preferences, bathing, clipping, nail trims, dental and ear cleanings, paw, sanitary, and face trims, and de-matting or de-shedding as needed. The role also involves maintaining a clean, hygienic spa and grooming environment and communicating observed health concerns to the Spa Manager or dog owner. The position offers $25–$32 per hour plus tips, with approximately 4 to 10 or more shifts per month depending on demand and groomer capacity. Onyva describes its environment as spa-like, dog-friendly, supportive, and stress-free, and offers leadership coaching, a Train-the-Trainer program, and opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
Requirements
- At least 21 years of age.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to work some weekends.
- Outgoing personality and ability to communicate well with pet parents.
- Genuine love of animals and animal people.
- Ability to lift and groom dogs weighing up to 50 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of grooming experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Bathe, condition, and dry dogs using products appropriate for their skin and coat type.
- Safely monitor dogs throughout the grooming process.
- Groom and style dogs according to owner preferences and/or Spa Manager instructions.
- Maintain a clean work environment.
- Maintain grooming tools and equipment.
- Inform the Spa Manager or dog owner of health concerns observed during grooming.
- Safely de-mat and detangle coats using appropriate tools.
- Perform pet hygiene practices such as nail trimming, tooth brushing, and ear cleaning.
- Follow Onyva policies, procedures, and grooming guidelines.
- Treat grooming team members, the spa, and customers with respect and compassion.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage plus tips.
- Leadership coaching and a Train-the-Trainer program.
- Opportunity for career advancement and personal and professional growth.
- Promotion from within.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
