Professional Dog Groomer

Good Clean Dog • Brentwood, MO

11d • $55,000 - $70,000

About The Position

Good Clean Dog is a pet grooming company aiming to improve the experience of clients, employees, and dogs. The Professional Dog Groomer role, referred to by the company as a Groomician, is designed to let groomers focus on caring for dogs and cutting their hair. Other trained staff handle most ancillary tasks, including calls, scheduling, paperwork, bathing, drying, brushing, nail and teeth care, and general cleaning. Groomicians work as part of a team and are paid a base salary with productivity bonuses based on individual and team performance. The company offers opportunities for advancement into roles such as Senior Groomer, Store Manager, Regional or General Manager, and Trainer.

Requirements

• A track record of living the company's core values, including giving people the benefit of the doubt while speaking the truth, owning mistakes, respecting every role on the team, and pitching in wherever needed.
• At least 2 years of professional dog grooming experience.
• Ability to complete 6–8 haircuts per day while maintaining quality standards, with a bather.
• Forward-thinking and excited about improving processes.
• Compassion and patience when handling dogs, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Thorough knowledge of various breeds and their grooming requirements.
• Ability to safely handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments.
• Excellent customer service skills and willingness to go above and beyond for clients and their dogs.
• Friendly, positive, and team-oriented attitude.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Physical ability to lift 50+ pounds, stand for extended periods, bend, lift, and fulfill the physical needs of the role.

Nice To Haves

• 5 years of professional dog grooming experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and compassionate grooming experience for each dog in your care.
• Provide exceptional service to dogs and their parents.
• Perform services to the company's specific standards to the best of your ability.
• Follow all health and safety guidelines and procedures.
• Communicate needs and concerns with team members and leadership in a timely manner.
• Communicate and document health concerns or conditions for dogs in the company's care.
• Maintain a tidy workspace and clean tools.
• Provide feedback to leadership to help continuously improve the business.
• Occasionally attend meetings with leadership to offer technical advice and opinions on organizational topics.

Benefits

• Health insurance after 60 days of employment.
• Professional development and continued education opportunities.
• Growth potential within the company.
• Two weeks of paid time off plus one week of paid sick leave.
• Basic equipment and tools provided, with maintenance and sharpening included.
• Annual allowance for new equipment.
• Opportunity to help shape the future of the company.
• Guaranteed base starting salary of $55,000–$70,000 per year, depending on experience, plus productivity bonuses based on individual performance.

What This Job Offers

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