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Professional Dog Groomer

Fluffy Bubbles Pet Spa
Quincy, IL Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 7/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/25/2026

Professional Dog Groomer (Up to 75% Commission PTO Bonuses)

Location: Quincy, IL
Position Type: Full-Time (5 days/week)

About the Role

Searching for skilled groomers with a minimum of 1 year grooming experience. 2 prefered.

We’re built a structured, low-chaos grooming shop designed for professionals who want to earn more without burnout. We're looking for career minded individuals with a passion for animal care. Individuals who see their work as more than just a service—someone who takes pride in enriching the lives of pets through thoughtful, high-quality grooming.

Our model:

  • 5–7 dogs per day (6 is typical)
  • Appropriate pricing
  • Clean scheduling and consistent workflow

If you’re used to rushed, overbooked days—this is the opposite.

Pay Structure (W2 – Tiered Commission)

  • 50%–75% weekly commission
  • 100% client tips
  • Clear production-based increases
  • Typical earnings: $65,000 – $95,000 per year (with tips)
  • Top performers can exceed $100k

Performance-Based PTO

  • Earn paid days off for revenue generated
  • PTO paid at your average daily earnings
  • Higher performers earn more time off

Potential Bonuses

We reward consistent production, quality work and safety—not burnout.

  • Production Bonuses
  • Safety Bonus
  • Attendence bonus

Designed so strong groomers regularly earn extra without needing extreme volume.

Safety & Reliability Bonuses

We reward professionalism and consistency:

  • Safety bonus for:
  • No grooming-related injuries
  • Proper handling and restraint practices
  • Clean safety record
  • Reliability bonus for:
  • No call-offs
  • On-time attendance
  • Maintaining schedule integrity

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Groom ~5–7 dogs per day (6 typical)
  • Deliver consistent, high-quality grooms
  • Recommend add-ons (deshedding, nail grinding, etc.)
  • Maintain a clean, organized workspace
  • Build repeat clientele through quality work

What We’re Looking For

  • Experienced dog groomer (strong skill level, 1 year minimum experience)
  • Able to work autonomously, We value professionals who take initiative, manage their time well, and don’t require micromanagement.
  • Able to consistently complete 5 grooms/day
  • Solid scissoring and breed-standard knowledge
  • Comfortable handling a variety of dogs
  • Reliable, professional, and team oriented

What This Job Is NOT

  • No 10-15 dogs a day burnout schedules
  • No chaotic overbooking
  • No underpriced services limiting your income

Why This Is Different

  • Appropriate pricing = fewer dogs, more time to build rapport, more earnings
  • Structured schedule prevents burnout
  • Commission, PTO, and bonuses all scale with performance
  • Clear path to $80k–$100k income

Schedule

  • Flexible schedule
  • 3-5 days per week (PT or FT)
  • Consistent scheduling and workflow

Who This Is Perfect For

  • Skilled Groomers ready to take their career to the next level
  • Groomers who want to earn more without exhaustion
  • Professionals who take pride in quality and consistency

Interview Preperation

Please come with:

  • Resume with experience summary
  • Photos of your work (if available)
  • Availability

If you want to be paid well, work a sustainable schedule, and be rewarded for both performance and professionalism—we want to talk.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Tools provided

Experience:

  • Pet grooming: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $95,000

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