Groomer (Commission based Career Opportunity)

Destination Pet•North Stonington, CT

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Welcome to Destination Pet, a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. We are revolutionizing the pet industry and are looking for a Groomer to join our team at Creature Comforts. If you dream in coat types and clipper guards, can turn a scruffy pup into a showstopper, and enjoy working with pet owners, this is the place for you. At Destination Pet, we are a community built on belly rubs, breed standards, and a belief that every pet deserves to look and feel their best. Since 2016, we have been elevating the love and lives of pet families across the country with top-tier care including grooming, daycare, boarding, veterinary services, training, and more.

Requirements

Professional grooming experience is required.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Must be able to stand for long periods.
Must be able to manage large or nervous dogs safely.
Exposure to fur, cleaning chemicals, wet pups, "accidents" and unpredictable zoomies is guaranteed.
Must be able to work in a physically active environment with heat, cold, water, and noise.
Proven experience grooming a wide range of breeds and coat types.
Time management, attention to detail, and a customer-first mindset.
Familiarity with pet behavior, stress signals, and safe handling practices.
Clear communication skills with clients, teammates, and pets.
Reliable, calm under pressure, and excited to keep learning.
Love animals and treat each one like they’re your own.

Responsibilities

Snipping, shaping, and styling pets based on owner preferences or breed standards.
Trimming nails, cleaning ears, brushing teeth, and tidying up the tail end.
Bathing dogs (or working with bathers to prep pets for grooming).
Chatting with pet parents about grooming needs, coat care, and what’s trending in tails.
Keeping your station neat, your tools sharp, and your vibe fresh.
Tagging in the front desk when pups are fluffed, puffed, and ready for pickup.
Providing a calm, kind, safe experience for every animal in your care.
Representing Destination Pet’s values of compassion, quality, and community.

Benefits

50% commission (or 40% if working with a bather)
30% commission on basic baths (if applicable)
Discounts on pet services like boarding, daycare, training, and more
20% off veterinary care at Destination Pet facilities
Professional equipment provided—and sharpened twice a year
Flexible scheduling and quality-over-quantity expectations
Continuing education support for seminars, expos, and advanced techniques
Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Mental Health, Life, Disability, 401K Match, and Discounted Pet Insurance (1 pet)
PTO for full-time employees
Part-time benefit options available
Career growth opportunities within the Destination Pet network