Onyva Dog Spa Hiring Professional Dog Groomer Base + Tips

Talentuition, LLC•Boston, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Onyva Dog Spa, we believe that dogs are not just pets but members of our families and communities. Our innovative salon places dog wellness, skin and coat maintenance, and client, community, and education at the center of everything we do. As we continue to grow, we are seeking skilled, enthusiastic, and professional Part-Time Dog Groomers to join the team in our 5-star, high-end dog salon on Newbury Street. Our Groomers bathe, blow-dry, trim nails, and perform breed-standard styling and clipping on all kinds of dogs. Experience with dog grooming is essential, as is the willingness to undergo additional training in our unique products and techniques as appropriate. This is a stepping-stone opportunity for an ambitious person who loves dogs and is seeking a career in a sophisticated, emergent brand.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
18 years of age or older
Ability to speak and understand English
Ability to work weekends
Experience bathing, drying, and brushing dogs
Experience with clipping and scissor technique
Familiarity with standard/breed cuts
Familiarity with dog anatomy and behavior
Able to work around pet hair and dander
Willingness to be educated about our products and services
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Reliable transportation to Newbury Street in Boston (we are on the Green Line of the T)
Physically capable of standing on feet for long periods of time
Ability to maintain a clean work environment
Other duties as required

Nice To Haves

Willingness to undergo additional training in our unique products and techniques as appropriate

Responsibilities

Bathe, condition, and dry dogs with products appropriate for skin and coat type
Ensure that all dogs are safely monitored at all times throughout the grooming process
Groom and style dogs according to owner preference and/or Spa Manager instructions
Maintain a clean work environment
Maintain grooming tools and equipment
Inform Spa Manager or dog owner of all health concerns that may be observed during the grooming process
Safely de-mat and de-tangle coat using appropriate tools
Perform additional pet hygiene practices including nail trimming, tooth brushing, and ear cleaning
Uphold all policies, procedures, and grooming guidelines set by Onyva
Behave at all times as a member of the Onyva team, demonstrating respect and compassion for the grooming team members, physical spa space, and customers (dog and human)