Our Opportunity:

Whisker’s Resort & Pet Spa is seeking experienced Pet Groomers. Professional experience working in a face-paced pet grooming salon is necessary, however we are open to consideration of recent grooming school graduates as well.

What will you do?

• Work with multiple breeds, sizes and temperaments to groom a minimum of 6 - 8 dogs per shift
• Maintain positive client communication and interaction including meeting with clients to discuss desired cut/style and maintenance routines
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Continually develop an understanding of pet grooming techniques
• Understand and ensure compliance with our standards of care to ensure safety and well-being of the pets in our care is always a top priority
• Maintain a sense of ownership in your work, a focus on finding solutions and a strong attention to getting it right the first time
• Be coachable, solution focused and flexible
• Always be dependable and reliable

• Support and relate to your colleagues and management with a “We are all ONE TEAM” attitude

What are we looking for?

• Completion of Pet Grooming School/Training and grooming experience, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Compassionate animal lover
• Comfortable working with small and large breeds
• Effective communication skills (verbal and listening)
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. to place pets in/out bathing tubs and on/off grooming tables
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

Ability to work varying shifts including some weekends.

We offer a competitive commission-based pay, plus tips along with health insurance and paid time off for full-time groomers. Our full-time groomers work a four-day work week allowing you three days off per week.

At Whiskers Resort & Pet Spa you would be joining a committed group of engaged like-minded individuals that take pride in their work and always put our furry guests needs and safety first!

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer- and celebrate our employees' differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or Veteran status. Different makes us better.

If an accommodation under the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) is required in order to respond or apply for this job, please call Human Resources at 616/575-5660.