Dog Groomer grooming salon Santa Monica, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $18.63 - $22.00 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Customer communication Full Job Description Job Summary Join our dynamic pet care team as a Dog Groomer, where your passion for animals and talent for grooming come together to create happy, healthy, and beautifully styled pets. In this energetic role, you will provide professional grooming services that enhance each dog's appearance and comfort while ensuring a positive experience for both pets and their owners. Your expertise in pet coat styling, animal handling, and customer communication will help build lasting relationships with clients and their furry companions. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your grooming skills in a lively, pet-focused environment dedicated to animal well-being. Responsibilities Perform pet grooming services including bathing, trimming, styling, and pet coat care tailored to each dog's breed and individual needs Handle dogs with care and confidence, ensuring safe animal restraint and gentle handling throughout all grooming procedures Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in grooming stations and equipment Communicate clearly with pet owners about grooming preferences, special needs, and aftercare instructions Assist with pet handling tasks such as nail trimming, ear cleaning, and basic veterinary-related care when needed Support pet care routines including feeding assistance or kennel cleaning as part of overall animal well-being Ensure proper animal restraint techniques are used to promote safety during grooming sessions Qualifications Proven experience in pet grooming, dog handling, or animal care roles such as veterinary technician or assistant is highly desirable Knowledge of veterinary procedures or veterinary experience is a plus for understanding health considerations during grooming Strong communication skills to effectively interact with pet owners and team members Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary for equipment or animals weighing larger breeds Familiarity with animal restraint techniques, pet nail trimming, and coat styling methods Prior kennel experience or pet sitting background is beneficial for understanding animal behavior and care routines A genuine love for animals combined with excellent customer service skills to create positive experiences for clients Join us in making a difference in the lives of pets and their owners! Your dedication to animal care combined with your grooming expertise will help us deliver top-quality service in a vibrant environment where every wagging tail counts.

Pay:

$18.63 - $22.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person