Onyva Dog Spa Hiring Spa Manager – Opportunity for Advancement (Grooming Experience Required)

Onyva is delightfully different dog grooming, inspired by the dignity of dogs.

At Onyva, we’ve reinvented dog grooming, turning a chore into a delightful, uplifting experience for dogs and their people. We believe dogs deserve to be treated with dignity, kindness, and care—and that the people who care for them deserve the same.

Our elevated, ethical approach combines expert grooming with a calm, welcoming spa environment. We are building something different in the grooming industry: a place where dogs feel safe and cared for, our team feels valued and supported, and every visit is an experience worth coming back to.

We’re looking for an experienced Dog Groomer / Spa Manager to lead our South Tampa location. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who is an accomplished groomer, confident managing a team, and passionate about creating an exceptional experience for both dogs and their people.

If you’re ready to take your grooming career to the next level while helping lead a truly unique dog spa, we’d love to meet you.

The Role

As the Dog Groomer / Spa Manager, you will be responsible for both hands-on grooming and the day-to-day leadership of the spa. You will set the standard for grooming quality, humane handling, cleanliness, client experience, and team culture.

You’ll work alongside our grooming and front-of-house teams to ensure the spa operates smoothly, efficiently, and in a way that reflects the Onyva standard.

What You’ll Do

Lead the Team

• Lead, mentor, and support our grooming and spa team.
  
• Create a calm, collaborative, respectful workplace where team members feel valued and empowered.
  
• Help train and develop stylists while maintaining consistent grooming standards.
  
• Lead by example and set the tone for a positive, dog-centered environment.
  

Groom & Style

• Perform high-quality full-service grooming and styling according to breed standards and client preferences.
  
• Bathe, condition, dry, de-mat, de-shed, and style dogs using products and techniques appropriate for their skin and coat.
  
• Perform nail trims, ear cleaning, teeth brushing, paw, sanitary, and face trims.
  
• Safely monitor and handle every dog throughout the grooming process.
  
• Recognize and communicate any health, skin, coat, or behavioral concerns to the appropriate team member or pet parent.
  

Oversee Daily Spa Operations

• Help ensure the spa runs efficiently and appointments stay on schedule.
  
• Maintain Onyva’s high standards for cleanliness, organization, sanitation, and overall presentation.
  
• Ensure grooming tools and equipment are properly maintained and used safely.
  
• Monitor workflow and proactively address operational needs throughout the day.
  
• Uphold all Onyva policies, procedures, grooming standards, and safety protocols.
  

Create an Exceptional Client Experience

• Build trusting relationships with clients and educate them about their dog’s grooming, coat, and care needs.
  
• Communicate professionally and confidently with pet parents.
  
• Ensure every dog and client receives a warm, thoughtful, and consistent Onyva experience.
  
• Handle questions or concerns with professionalism, empathy, and good judgment.
  

What Makes You a Great Fit

We’re looking for someone who brings both grooming expertise and natural leadership.

• Experienced Groomer: You have 3 years professional grooming experience and are confident performing full-service grooms on a variety of breeds, coat types, and sizes.
  
• Natural Leader: You enjoy mentoring others, setting standards, and helping a team succeed.
  
• Calm & Compassionate: You understand that every dog is different and approach grooming with patience, empathy, and respect.
  
• Organized & Proactive: You can manage competing priorities while keeping the day moving smoothly.
  
• Detail-Oriented: You take pride in the quality of your work and notice the little things that make a big difference.
  
• Professional Communicator: You are comfortable communicating with both team members and clients and can handle challenging situations with confidence and kindness.
  
• Team Player: You understand that an exceptional spa experience requires everyone to work together.
  
• Dog Person: Most importantly, you genuinely love dogs and believe they deserve to be treated with dignity.
  

Prior professional grooming experience is required. Leadership or management experience is strongly preferred.

Why You’ll Love Onyva

Living Wages & Benefits
We believe taking care of our people enables them to take better care of others. We offer competitive compensation plus tips and access to benefits.

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
Eligible team members have access to a range of benefits, including PTO and employee discounts.

Ongoing Training & Career Growth
We invest in our team through ongoing education, leadership development, and our Train-the-Trainer program.

Opportunity for Advancement
We believe in promoting from within and creating meaningful opportunities for both personal and professional growth.

A Values-Driven Culture
We lead with dignity, kindness, connection, and a genuine commitment to doing things differently.

A Better Grooming Environment
Onyva is a calm, elevated, dog-centered environment. We believe grooming should be a positive experience—not just for the dog, but for the people caring for them, too.

Ready to Lead Something Different?

If you’re an experienced groomer who is ready to take on a leadership role and help shape the future of Onyva South Tampa, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and join a team that believes there’s a better way to care for dogs—and the people who care for them.