Pet Care Grooming Stylist

KENNELWOOD VILLAGE INC•Concord, MO

30d

About The Position

Kennelwood Pet Resorts is looking for a Pet Grooming Stylist to be a part of a growing industry leader pet care business. As a Pet Grooming Stylist, you ensure that each pet enjoys clean and healthy skin and fur and that the cut is done according to the client's preferences. You have the opportunity to build trusting relationships with the clients and their pets. You love making the animals look and feel their best and are always working to brush up on and improve your professional grooming skills! This description is representative only and is not exhaustive of all the tasks this position may be required to perform.

Requirements

Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods
Ability to lift at least 40 lbs on a regular basis and up to 50 lbs on occasion
Ability to walk dogs of all sizes on leashes
Ability to handle dogs of all sizes
Comfortable working around pet hair and dander
A passion for animals
Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
At least 6 months of dog grooming experience
Knowledge of breed standard cuts and ability to adapt to breed standard cuts according to individual needs

Responsibilities

Perform standard grooming services such as brushing, de-matting, and Shed-X
Provide specialized breed cuts
Ability to showcase your individual creative side while meeting the requests of the clients
Prepare, bathe, and finish animals using a calm demeanor in order to minimize stress
Help to promote a safe and positive grooming experience for all involved
Help to acclimate Grooming Technicians in order to ensure their continued development
Keep accurate records for the animals in your care