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Dog Groomers

The Grooming Lounge Dog Spa
Toms River, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2026

Job Summary
Join a vibrant team as a groomer in an environment where your passion and your talents will shine! Our newly established grooming salon has two locations and offers stable employment for an energetic candidate and places emphasis on a work-life balance. You will provide professional grooming services that enhance the health, hygiene, and appearance of our client's pets. Our quality work environment and dedication to employee and customer satisfaction is paramount. We emphasize animal welfare in a cage-free and positive work environment . This well compensated position offers a ground floor opportunity for a well qualified candidate.

Responsibilities

  • Perform grooming services including bathing, trimming, styling, and brushing to meet each pet’s specific needs and breed standards
  • Handle dogs safely and confidently using proper animal restraint techniques to ensure a stress-free experience for pets and staff
  • Assess each dog’s coat condition, skin health, and temperament to determine appropriate grooming procedures
  • Maintain cleanliness of grooming tools, workstations, and bathing areas to uphold hygiene standards
  • Communicate effectively with pet owners regarding grooming preferences, special needs, and aftercare instructions
  • Assist with pet handling during grooming sessions, ensuring gentle yet secure control of animals of various sizes and temperaments
  • Support pet care routines such as nail trimming, ear cleaning, and minor veterinary-related tasks when necessary

Requirements

  • Proven experience in pet grooming or related animal care roles such as veterinary technician or assistant
  • Strong dog handling skills with knowledge of animal restraint and behavior management techniques
  • Familiarity with pet grooming tools, products, and safety procedures
  • Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary to lift or move animals safely
  • Knowledge of dog training principles and veterinary experience is a plus but not mandatory
  • Excellent customer service skills to communicate effectively with pet owners and team members
  • Prior kennel experience or animal handling background enhances your suitability for this role
  • A genuine passion for animal care combined with a positive attitude and team-oriented mindset

Pay: $35,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,000 - $60,000

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