Dog Groomer

Dog Groomer Dashing Dog (J&Y Pets LLC) Chicago, IL Job Details Part-time | Full-time $50,000 - $95,000 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee discount Qualifications Safe work practices Kennel experience Medication administration Pet sitting Heavy lifting Customer service Sanitation Pet grooming Mid-level Cash register Animal welfare Clean workspace maintenance Dog training 2 years Animal restraint Veterinary technician experience Full Job Description Part/full time dog groomer Overview Our Groomers are passionate, friendly, and skilled team members who are essential to our business. A Dashing Dog Groomer has a strong background in animal care and grooming, with the ability to provide exceptional and safe pet grooming services. This role offers an opportunity to work in a caring environment dedicated to pet wellness and customer satisfaction. Applicants should possess relevant experience in animal handling, pet grooming, and related veterinary or kennel work. A love for animal happiness, a safety-first mindset, and excellent customer service skills are essential for success in this position. Duties Perform skilled and efficient grooming services, including bathing, trimming, styling, and brushing for various breeds of dogs and other pets Develop a trusting bond with each dog Handle animals safely and humanely, utilizing proper animal restraint techniques and gentleness Assist with pet care routines such as feeding, medication administration, and basic care procedures when necessary Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of grooming tools, stations, and work areas Provide excellent customer service by communicating effectively with pet owners about grooming needs and care instructions Manage pet sitting or kennel duties as required, including heavy lifting of animals or equipment Monitor animals during grooming for signs of distress or health issues and report concerns to management or veterinary staff Support team members with additional animal handling tasks as needed Be able to safely lift and transfer equipment and dogs of varying sizes and weights. Be able to communicate by voice at an audible level despite machinery in the background Be visually observant and vigilant at all times, keeping everyone's safety as a top priority. Be able to stand for long periods of time. Be flexible with food breaks to serve our clients' needs first. Uses equipment properly and cleans and maintains the equipment. Able to operate cash register/payment tools. Qualifications Prior experience in pet grooming (minimal 2 years), animal handling, or veterinary assistance preferred Knowledge of dog training, veterinary technician experience, or veterinary assistant experience is a plus Strong animal handling skills with the ability to restrain animals safely and compassionately Familiarity with pet care routines, including pet sitting and kennel experience Excellent customer service skills with a friendly and professional demeanor Basic understanding of animal behavior and safety protocols during grooming and handling Valid experience in pet grooming or related fields such as equine experience or animal care is advantageous Compensation This position is commission based and non-exempt. Tips will be included. This position does not supervise other employees.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$50,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Chicago, IL 60661 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Chicago, IL 60661: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person