Pet Stylist

Holiday Barn Pet Resorts • Glen Allen, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Do you love giving dogs and cats stylish new haircuts? We have a very established groom department (since 1972) that allows us the opportunity to "beautify" some of Richmond's most fashionable pets. Our grooming department bathes, de-matts, provides anti-shedding treatments, anal gland expressions, pedicures, teethbrushing, along with a variety of other "spa" services.

Requirements

• At least 2 years' experience professionally grooming pets
• Flexibility. We are a resort business open 7 days a week. Candidates must be able to work alternate weekends and major holidays.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high-volume environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, with frequent walking and ability to lift larger dogs.
• Dependability, enthusiasm, and someone seeking a company with strong values.
• Ability to lift and push up to 50lbs, stand for extended periods, be able to bend, stoop, reach, and stretch, along with the ability to move pets within the facility, vehicles, up and down stairs, and in and out of enclosures.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from a certified grooming school is a plus!

Responsibilities

• Bathe pets
• De-matt pets
• Provide anti-shedding treatments
• Perform anal gland expressions
• Perform pedicures
• Perform teethbrushing
• Perform a variety of other "spa" services
• Bathe, dry, de-matt, and finish pets in a professional manner

Benefits

• Competitive commission-based pay structure
• Personal leave time
• Access to company sponsored health benefits

What This Job Offers

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