What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Groomer/Bather position at Dogtopia of Davis?
Dogtopia, the industry leader in dog daycare, boarding, and spa services has an immediate opening for an energetic, organized, self-motivated, hard-working individual to build our grooming service to complement our day care service in Davis, CA. This person MUST LOVE DOGS ... and MUST HAVE one year's experience as a professional dog groomer!
Day-to-Day Responsibililties:
- Welcome Dogtopians at drop off and pick up of their dogs
- Cultivating an outstanding Dogtopia experience — provide dog parents with professional advice and education for caring for their dog
- Professionally perform grooming services including bathing, brushing, drying, ear and teeth cleaning, expression of anal glands, & trimming nails
- Detangle or remove matted fur with patience
- Follow the parent's instructions and/or breed profiles/standards when clipping or trimming a dog’s coat
- Keep the spa impeccably clean, organized, and sanitized
- Maintain records of grooming treatments and other pet information
- Must be responsible with grooming equipment and tools including clippers and shears
- Ensure the safety and well-being of dogs
- Utilize equipment and materials properly
- Communicate effectively and compassionately with pet parents, respond promptly to customer needs, welcomes customer feedback to improve service, and respond to all requests for service
Requirements:
- Candidates must have a minimum of 1 year’s experience as a professional dog groomer or stylist
- Have strong knowledge of breed standards
- Excellent scissoring techniques
- Strong communication skills to ensure excellent customer service and satisfaction
- Ability to handle small and large dogs up to 120 pounds
- Work in a standing position for long periods of time
- Reach, bend, stoop, and lift 50 pounds
- Attentive to details
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Positive attitude
- Team player
- LOVE dogs
Schedule:
This position will start part-time, at least 3 days per week, and hours may increase up to full-time as we build the business.
· Monday to Friday
· Weekends as needed
Pay:
$$30,000-$60000 per year
The rules by which we, as Dogtopians live by are:
o We LOVE life unconditionally like a dog.
o We STAY loyal to our pack.
o We CHASE the absolute highest standards of safety.
o We PLAY to our fullest potential.
o We TREAT every day like It’s the Most Exciting Day Ever!
As a Dogtopia groomer you are responsible for working with customers and team members to ensure our customer experience sets the highest standards and satisfaction of our customers. Please take a moment and watch this short video to learn more about the brand: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9FONo1u85eY
We look forward to meeting you! Please provide a cover letter to let us know about your love of dogs as well as your grooming experience!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $30,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Compensation Package:
- Commission pay
- Tips
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least one year's experience as a professional dog groomer?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30,000 - $60,000