Professional Pet Groomer

**Bay Paws Trinity will not be opening until April 2024*

BRING YOUR DOG TO WORK

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Groomer to join our team at Bay Paws Pet Resort. We welcome pups and kitties of all shapes, sizes, and breeds and we want YOU to help us turn them into the beauty kings and queens they’re meant to be! If you love spending time with animals, enjoy building relationships with your clients, and want to be a part of a company that helps you grow, this may be the paw-fect job for you!

About Grooming at Bay Paws Pet Resort - Trinity

Bay Paws Pet Resort offers luxury boarding, daycare, and grooming services at multiple locations in the Tampa Bay area.

Bay Paws - Trinity is a brand new facility with a large grooming room furnished with top-of-the-line equipment. As a groomer, you will have a built-in customer base from our daycare and boarding customers. A bather can be provided, if needed, based on the number of grooms per day. While we want our grooming salon to be full, we are not a high-volume output facility with strict completion times. We want every pet to be comfortable during their groom.

Benefits

· This is a commission-based W-2 position with unlimited commission opportunity.

· Front desk with handle the booking of all reservations.

· Built-in customer base from daycare and boarding clients.

· Bather can be provided, if needed, depending on number of grooms.

· Brand new building with a large grooming room furnished with top-of-the-line equipment.

· Free blade sharpening.

· Access to continued education tools

· Employee Assistance Program

· Structured tier system to encourage growth, development, and promotions

· Ability to partake in promotional events

· PTO for full-time and part-time employees after one year

· Free snacks in the breakroom

· Employee of the Month program with cash prizes

· Bring your dog to work for free

· Free pet boarding

· Discounts on retail and bathing

· Flexible scheduling

· And more!

Responsibilities:

● Assess and address each pet’s individual needs, taking into consideration their coat type, skin condition, and temperament.

● With your expertise and attention to detail, ensure that each pet receives exceptional care, leaving them looking and feeling their best.

● Monitor pets for any signs of discomfort, illness, or injury, and promptly report any concerns to management.

● Provide exceptional customer service by actively listening to pet owners’ requests, offering grooming recommendations, and addressing any questions or concerns.

● Follow standard grooming procedures and breed standards.

● Complete grooming follow-up reports to generate repeat business and foster long-term client relationships.

● Ensure all pet and client notes are put into our online system correctly.

● Ability to balance quality and quantity of grooms.

● Educate pet owners on grooming maintenance and at-home care practices to promote the overall well-being of their pets.

● Learn and follow Bay Paws’ grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure quality and consistency in all areas of the grooming business.

● Communicate with other department leads to ensure the highest standard of pet care and customer service.

● Oversee inventory management.

Requirements

● 4 years of professional grooming experience with a strong portfolio of successful grooming work.

● In-depth knowledge of various dog breeds, their grooming requirements, and common health issues and behaviors.

● Excellent leadership and communication skills.

● Proficiency in breed-specific cuts, styling techniques, and grooming standards.

● Physical stamina to stand for extended periods, lift and handle pets of different sizes, and perform repetitive grooming tasks.

● Ability to handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments in a calm, confident, and compassionate manner.

● Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, based on business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

● Certification from an Accredited Dog Grooming Academy.

● Knowledge of Dog Guru’s guide to animal behavior, body language, and basic care practices a plus.

● Experience with Pet Exec.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Trinity, FL 34655: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30,000 - $80,000