What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pet Stylist - Hackensack position at Barkbus?
Job Description
Job Description
About Us
Barkbus is a premiere mobile grooming team dedicated to the health and wellness of pups. We’re passionate about providing safe, healthy, and stress-free environments for dogs and groomers alike!
We believe in quality over quantity : manageable schedules of 3-6 dogs per day!
Fall in love with grooming again! Sales and Marketing’s on us so you can focus on doing what you do best.
Have more FUN! Share your most impressive transformations, van-in-the-wild sightings, homemade pup outfits, favorite local recommendations and more!
Fill your cup : full-time groomers enjoy paid time off, holidays, health benefits, and 401k retirement plans!
About the Role
Our Pet Stylists use their skill and love for dogs to ensure every pup has a stress-free grooming experience - all supported by a positive, groomer-oriented culture!
Provide luxury 1-on-1 care to pups while bathing, cutting, shaving and trimming.
Work independently in our Hanvey grooming vans.
Need a little extra time for special pups? Our support team can make sure every appointment is scheduled according to the groomer’s needs.
Receive support from our in-house concierge and fleet teams - they’ll handle scheduling and van maintenance so you can focus on grooming!
Enjoy a manageable daily schedule while focusing on safety and quality at every appointment.
Want more stability? Choose between 3 different shift types and work the same days every month!
Role Requirements
1 years of professional grooming experience
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Comfortable interacting with customers / pet parents as needed
Comfort with using smart phones (you bring the knowledge, we’ll provide the phone!)
Ability to lift and groom dogs up to 50lbs (75lbs preferred)
Compensation, Benefits & Perks
As a Pet Stylist, you can expect…
Hourly pay rates (base pay plus tips) between $25 - $32 per hour
Bonus amounts from $400 - $800 per month on top of base pay earnings
Weekly payroll, with bonuses paid out twice a month
Full time and part-time benefitted employees (working at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for :
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for employees and their dependents (including domestic partners)
Pet Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Paid time off to recharge and recover with :
Paid Time Off (PTO) earned based on hours worked (with no annual limits!)
Paid Sick Leave (PSL)
Up to 11 Holidays per year (paid and working)
Up to three (3) International Professional Groomer (IPG) certifications - 100% company paid!
Perfect attendance rewards - up to $250 a year in gift cards to a vendor of your choice!
Forever free snacks and beverages at our local hubs to stay powered up all day long.
In addition to the formal benefits above, our Pet Stylists have the privilege of being an integral part of a team built on the foundation of uplifting others, fostering positivity and excitement, prioritizing professional development, and holding safety as paramount to how we do business.
Interview Process
Submit your resume and we’ll be in touch!
Initial Phone call to get to know each other
30 min Virtual Meeting with a Grooming Manager where you can ask more in-depth questions
On-site Pawdition! (Technical Groom)
Offer Letter Background Check
Finally, we have a full Onboarding plan to set you up for success in your new role!
Barkbus is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse environment for all employees and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply / utilize our services.
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