Pet Groomer/Pet Stylist
About The Position
Pet Supplies Plus is seeking an experienced Pet Groomer/Pet Stylist to provide professional dog grooming in a safe, welcoming salon and deliver neighborly service to pets and their owners. The groomer will provide full-service grooming, including bathing, brushing, clipping, and styling; follow breed standards or tailor grooming to a pet parent’s request; and help ensure each pet’s safety, comfort, and well-being. The role also involves building relationships with customers, recommending products and services, maintaining the salon, supporting store events, and assisting store team members during grooming downtime. The position initially covers weekends (Friday through Sunday), with a plan to expand quickly to a full-time schedule of four to five days per week. The posting describes flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Compensation is listed as $60,000–$100,000 per year, with earnings based on services performed or hourly pay options. This location is independently owned and operated by a franchise owner, who is responsible for local hiring, compensation, benefits, and employment terms.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of professional pet grooming, dog grooming, or pet stylist experience.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Experience with breed-standard cuts, hand scissoring, clipping, and finishing techniques.
- Strong understanding of animal behavior and safe handling practices.
- Ability to lift, move, and handle pets or equipment weighing up to 65 pounds.
- Ability to stand, bend, and stoop for extended periods.
- Provide personal grooming tools and equipment, such as clippers, blades, and shears.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Must be at least 18 years old and meet hiring requirements set by the local franchise owner.
Nice To Haves
- Passion for pets, grooming, and customer service.
- Pride in craftsmanship and attention to detail.
- Comfort working with dogs of all sizes and breeds.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented pet services environment.
- Enjoyment of building relationships with pet parents and repeat clients.
Responsibilities
- Provide full-service dog grooming, including bathing, brushing, clipping, and styling.
- Groom dogs to breed standards or customize styles based on pet parents’ requests.
- Safely handle and groom dogs of various sizes, breeds, and temperaments.
- Ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of pets in care.
- Deliver a positive grooming experience and build lasting relationships with pet parents and repeat clients.
- Recommend pet products and services.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized grooming salon.
- Support store events and grow a client base through quality service.
- Assist store team members during grooming downtime.
- Continue developing grooming techniques and skills.
Benefits
- Opportunities for growth within the store.
- Ongoing training and skill development.
- Employee discounts on pet products and services.
- Paid time off.
- Earnings based on services performed or hourly pay options.
- Pet-first, people-first environment.
- Neighborly, community-focused team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
