What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Groomer position at Lake Wylie Pet Resort?
Position Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and detail-oriented Dog Groomer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for dogs, a commitment to high-quality grooming, and excellent customer service skills. Your role will be vital in ensuring the health, happiness, and well-being of our clients’ pets while fostering trust and satisfaction among their owners.
About Us:
We are a team of passionate animal lovers dedicated to providing the highest level of care for our furry guests. Our workplace culture is built on teamwork, positivity, and a shared love for animals. If you're hard-working, dependable, and want to be part of an amazing team, we’d love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform a full range of grooming services, including bathing, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, de-shedding, and breed-specific cuts.
- Create a calm and stress-free grooming experience for all dogs, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Assess each dog’s coat, skin, and overall health during grooming and communicate any observations or concerns to their owner.
- Build strong relationships with clients by listening to their needs, providing advice on grooming care, and delivering exceptional service.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in the grooming area, ensuring all tools and equipment are sanitized and safe for use.
- Collaborate with other team members to provide a seamless and high-quality experience for clients and their pets.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a professional dog groomer (certification preferred).
- Knowledge of different dog breeds, coat types, and breed-specific grooming standards.
- Patience and a gentle touch when handling dogs of all sizes, temperaments, and grooming needs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on delivering excellent customer service.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
- Must have a genuine love for dogs and a commitment to their well-being.
Why Join Us?
- Work in a positive, supportive, and dog-loving environment.
- Be part of a team that prioritizes care, quality, and compassion for both pets and their owners.
- Opportunity to grow your skills and expand your career in a thriving, community-focused company.
Join our team and help us provide exceptional care to the dogs (and dog lovers) who rely on us every day!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $180.00 - $350.00 per day
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Compensation Package:
- 50% commission
- Tips
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Please briefly describe your experience in dog grooming, like where you learned, how long you have been grooming, etc...
- Are there any breeds that you refuse to groom?
- Obviously everyone works for a paycheck, but what is it that keeps pushing you on those tough days? Family, future goals, etc... What is it for you?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $180 - $350