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Lead Pet Groomer — Full Time
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What they do
An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.
$29,739 / year median in Texas
+18% projected growth
Job Description
- Provide high-quality, breed-appropriate grooming services
- Safely handle dogs of various breeds, sizes, coat types, and temperaments
- Maintain Shaggy Chic's grooming and quality standards
- Perform bathing, drying, prep work, haircuts, nails, ears, and finishing
- Work alongside the Salon Manager to train and mentor team members
- Assist with onboarding and hands-on training of new groomers and bathers
- Demonstrate proper grooming, handling, safety, sanitation, and salon procedures
- Provide constructive coaching and feedback to team members
- Help identify areas where additional training may be needed
- Provide exceptional customer service and communicate professionally with pet parents
- Educate clients regarding coat care, grooming schedules, and recommended services
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary salon
- Follow all salon policies, safety procedures, and operational standards
- Help maintain an efficient daily workflow while prioritizing quality over quantity
- Communicate concerns, scheduling issues, or operational needs to the Salon Manager
- Lead by example through professionalism, dependability, teamwork, and work ethic Experience & Qualifications 5+ years of professional pet grooming experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of grooming techniques and breed-specific styles
- Comfortable grooming a variety of breeds, sizes, and coat types
- Excellent dog handling skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Leadership, mentoring, or training experience preferred
- Reliable, punctual, and professional
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Positive attitude and willingness to continue learning
- Ability to receive direction and work collaboratively with the Salon Manager
- Must be comfortable taking on leadership responsibilities while maintaining a personal grooming schedule This a commission based job.
Pay:
From $17.00 per hourWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Professional Development