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Dog Groomer

Woofgang Bakery and Grooming
Wilmington, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/25/2025

Job description

Why Woof Gang?

At Woof Gang Bakery, we love what we do. Our furry friends mean the world to us. Passion and care for animals are at the core of everything we do. Grooming with love since 2007, we take the stress out of grooming and put love into it.

We believe in offering our pets a personalized grooming experience with the love and care they deserve to help them look their very best! We carry the best pet food, and our bakery treats are made fresh with natural ingredients, free from artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives.

We are a locally owned, neighborhood, leading pet retail and grooming franchise system with more than 200 locations open or under development across the United States.

The Woof Gang promise

· We are committed to the happiness, health, and well-being of pets. And also, how they look!

· The well-being and safety of our pets are our top priority.

· We care for our furry friends as if they were our own.

· We bring joy and kindness to all pets and parents who enter our stores.

· We take the stress out of grooming and put love into it.

· We believe that everyone deserves a treat.

Meet our groomers: At Woof Gang Bakery, deep love of animals is the foundation of what makes our groomers so extraordinary. Each followed a calling and went into dog grooming to express their love, creativity, and true expertise with pups of all ages, sizes, and needs. From nail clipping and hand scissor techniques to removing matted hair to coloring and large-breed management, our groomers are the best in the field. Also, we have professional groomers available to help train those that might need a little help perfecting their grooming skills.

Our groomers are committed to all pets’ health, well-being, and care. And now you can be too. So apply and love what we do every day!

We embrace diversity and inclusion: All team members respect each other, our guests, and our furry little friends. Our workplace offers a safe and caring environment where we put our groomers and team members first. Therefore, we believe in quality over quantity and never hold our groomers to quotas.

We believe that building relationships is the key to success. Relationships with our groomers foster respect, professional growth, and relationships with our guests and the local community. As a result, we hold several national awards for high-quality grooming. We are also a locally owned franchise business with strong community connections.

We are looking for people like you who want to grow with us and make a difference in this world by caring for our unique and loyal friends.

About the team

Woof Gang Hanover Center gives you maximum freedom to schedule the number of dogs that works for you. You are under no pressure to add dogs and possibly jeopardize the quality of your work, which is key to our clients because they pay very well for your services. We give our experienced groomers all the autonomy they need to manage their own time.

You can expect to earn $50K–80K per year, including 50% commission and 100% of your tips. Let us take care of the phones and the booking. We give our experienced groomers all the autonomy they need to manage their own time.

Benefits of being a groomer at Woof Gang Bakery

· Competitive salary and uncapped commission high tips

· Flexible schedule

· Yearly tool sharpening allowance

· Career growth opportunities

· Personalized space

· Equipment: tub, table, tethers, and dryers

· All the supplies you need: shampoo, conditioner, and more

· Personalized marketing to grow your business

· On-going training opportunities

· Paid time off and sick leave

WOOF GANG BAKERY®

Your Neighborhood Pet Store®

The leading specialty retailer of pet food, pet supplies, and professional pet grooming in North America, with more than 200 locations open or under development across the U.S., Woof Gang Bakery offers the very best in pet care by providing quality products and grooming with a service-oriented approach. Each location is a neighborhood store committed to pets’ well-being, health, and happiness. Woof Gang Bakery Wendell is an equal-opportunity employer. All our associates will be treated fairly, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law.

Woof Gang Bakery Dog Groomer Roles & Responsibilities

Dog groomers are responsible for the well-being of dogs. They work with various breeds and sizes, from Chihuahuas to Great Danes. Their job is to ensure that each dog leaves their grooming salon looking and feeling its best.

They mold and shape the coat in a manner that accentuates the features of the pet. They have a firm understanding of anatomy, breed profiles, structure, and movement, which they can apply artistically. Their tools are of the highest caliber, allowing them to create remarkable trims in a short amount of time. They work with great speed and efficiency without sacrificing quality and safety and have expert control of clippers, shears, combs, brushes, blades, and stripping knives.

Dog grooming is more than just aesthetics-it is also about health. Grooming helps keep dogs clean and free of parasites, which can help prevent disease. It also keeps them calm and relaxed, which prevents stress-related issues like chewing or scratching.

Dog Groomer Responsibilities

Bathing, drying, and brushing dogs to clean them, removing dead skin and debris from their coats, and adding shampoos and conditioners as needed

Massaging pets to relieve stress and improve blood circulation

Brushing and combing pets' fur to remove tangles and reduce shedding

Drying dogs using blow-dryers, brushes, or towels

Grooming dogs using clippers, scissors, or electric razors

Trimming and filing nails

Shaving the dog's face, neck, tail, and legs as needed to keep them in good condition

Cleaning ears, eyes, paws, and teeth as needed

Cleaning kennels or cages to remove feces, urine, or other waste products

Cleaning the salon, such as the floor, tables, and trash cans

Groomers Should Know About the Following Areas

Canine psychology and temperament

Safety and sanitation

Breed identification

Skin and coat conditions

First aid and CPR

Parasites, including getting rid of them

Diseases and preventive vaccination

Common grooming products

Equipment handling

Coat pre-assessment and pre-work

Bathing and drying skills

Mat anatomy and safe removal

Nail and foot trimming

Ear cleaning

Tooth care

Anal gland expression (optional)

Cleaning

Cleaning is an important skill for dog groomers because they often work in areas where dogs have accidents or get sick. Dog groomers need to know how to clean up after pets and disinfect areas to prevent the spread of germs. They also need to know how to clean pet beds and other pet accessories.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Compensation Package:

  • 50% commission
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Commission pay
  • Tips
  • Uncapped commission

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 4 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Morning shift
  • Weekends as needed

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Compensation Package:

  • 50% commission
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Commission pay
  • Tips
  • Uncapped commission

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 4 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Morning shift
  • Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

  • Wilmington, NC 28403: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $80,000

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