What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Groomer position at Sawgrass Pet Resort?
Experienced Dog Groomer needed to join our Grooming team. Must have a passion for animals and talent for Grooming. In this energetic role, you'll provide expert Grooming services (and Exit Baths for our Boarding dogs) - ensuring a positive experience for both pets and their owners. Skills in animal handling, pet care, and customer service preferred.
This percentage paid position offers a long term growth in a supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform professional Grooming services including Bathing, brushing, scissoring, trimming, and styling to meet each clients specific requests or breed standards
- Handle dogs safely and confidently using proper restraint techniques to ensure comfort and security during grooming procedures
- Assess each dog’s health condition, noting any abnormalities or concerns that may require veterinary attention or special care
- Maintain cleanliness of grooming tools and grooming work area to uphold hygiene standards and prevent the spread of infections
- Provide excellent customer service by communicating with owners about grooming preferences, aftercare instructions, and pet behavior
- Assist with pet handling during appointments, ensuring a calm environment that reduces stress for animals
- Support other team members when needed, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork.
Qualifications
- Experienced dog groomer with a strong understanding of dog handling techniques. (Portfolio helpful)
- Knowledge of animal care practices, including animal restraint
- Ability to lift heavy objects such as grooming equipment or large dogs safely and comfortably
- Excellent communication skills with a friendly approach to customer service and pet owner interactions
- Prior animal handling background enhances your ability to work confidently with multiple animals simultaneously and in a team environment
If you're passionate about Grooming, pampering pups and creating a welcoming space where pets feel loved & safe, please apply to become a part of our team.
Job details, schedule, requirements and percentages will be discussed during Interview process.
We schedule all Grooms and Exit Baths & provide Clients.
Availability / Position days of the week: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.
8am to 4pm.
*Weekends as needed and designated as scheduling requires.
**Must have own Tools of the trade.
EXCELLENT long term position for growth. This is a great place to work with autonomy, a wonderful Grooming team and beautiful renovated Salon.
Apply to see if you're the right fit to join our team!
Pay: From $1.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person