Dog Grooming Assistant
- Part Time Pinky's Dog Grooming Hoffman Estates, IL Job Details Temporary | Part-time From $15 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Tools provided Qualifications Customer communication Full Job Description Dog Grooming Assistant — Part-Time Holiday Position We are looking to add the right person to our small team!
We are a small, groomer-owned salon that values quality over quantity. Our priority is always the safety, comfort, and well-being of the dogs in our care. Our salon is slow-paced, low-stress, and team-oriented, making it a great environment for someone who wants to grow their skills and further their career in the dog grooming industry. What You'll Do Check dogs in and assist with client communication Answer phones and help with scheduling Bathe and properly prepare dogs for grooming Fluff dry Brush and comb Nail clipping/grinding Ear cleaning Sanitary trims Basic clipper work Salon cleaning and organization Clean and maintain grooming tools Photograph dogs for clients and social media Who We're Looking For We are currently looking for part-time help from October through December to assist during the busy holiday season, with the potential opportunity to continue into a full-time position. The ideal candidate is someone who: Has a basic understanding of dog grooming and wants to continue learning Has a genuine love and passion for dogs and the grooming industry Is eager to learn and advance their grooming skills Is reliable, punctual, and dependable Is comfortable receiving direction and learning new techniques Takes pride in their work Is someone we can trust with our clients, their pets, and our salon Understands the importance of consistency and reliability in a fully booked salon Attendance and reliability are extremely important to us. Because we are a small salon with a busy schedule, last-minute call-offs can have a significant impact on the team and the dogs scheduled that day. We are looking for someone who can consistently commit to their scheduled shifts. We are closed on major holidays, and we are very flexible when it comes to scheduling and finding hours that work for the right person. Why Join Our Salon? As the owner and groomer, I understand firsthand how physically and mentally demanding grooming can be. Burnout is very real in this industry, and creating a healthy, enjoyable work environment is extremely important to me.
We believe in:
- Quality over quantity
- A calm, low-stress environment
- Putting the dogs' comfort and safety first
- Working together as a team
- Reasonable workloads and avoiding burnout
- Continuing education and learning
- Helping each other grow We close the salon by 4:00 PM every day, so you won't be expected to work long or late shifts.
Our goal is to keep the salon running smoothly without anyone feeling overworked or overwhelmed. Looking to Become a Groomer? If your goal is to eventually become a professional groomer, this could be a great opportunity for you! I am happy to help train and develop the right person, including teaching additional grooming techniques and helping you build your scissor skills. With time, patience, and practice, we can work toward more advanced styles, including Asian Fusion and Teddy Bear-style haircuts. We are looking for someone who wants to learn, grow, and build a career in this industry, not simply someone looking for a temporary job. If you think you would be a good fit for our salon, we would love to hear from you!
Pay:
From $15.00 per hour Expected hours: 16.0
0 per week
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Tools provided
Work Location:
In person
