What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Groomer position at Yuppy Puppy Pet Salon?
Yuppy Puppy is a Pet Grooming Salon located in Wellington, FL with a solid client base, surrounded by high end shops in a family friendly plaza.
We are seeking a passionate & professional Pet Groomer to join our team!
If you...
*Love Animals
*Possess the Grooming skills & experience
*Want to be a part of a shop & team that takes pride in what they do
...we are looking for you!!
About Yuppy Puppy:
We are a family owned grooming shop that takes utmost care with our clients, especially the ones with Fur! We aim to create a functional, harmonious & clean work environment where everyone can thrive & groove (even on the fast-paced days!). We value & respect our; employees, clients and animals. We also take pride in our work with rescue animals within Palm Beach County, supporting our neighbors.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform grooming services; haircuts, bathing, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, etc for Dogs of various breeds.
- Carry out consultations with Pet owners addressing & confirming services.
- Assess the condition of coats & skin; possibility identifying any health issues that may require attention from the Pet Parent and or a veterinarian.
- Communicate effectively with Pet owners regarding their Pet's Grooming needs & any observed health concerns.
- Utilize proper animal restraint techniques to ensure safety for both yourself & the pet during grooming procedures.
- Maintain a clean & organized grooming area, ensuring all tools & equipment are sanitized after each use.
- Able to perform heavy lifting when necessary, particularly with larger breeds or multiple pets.
- Collaborate with other staff members as needed to ensure comprehensive pet care & grooming floor operations.
Requirements:
- A genuine passion for animal care & welfare, demonstrating patience & compassion.
- 3 years of experience in Pet Grooming / Bathing
- Strong skills in animal restraint & handling techniques to ensure safe interactions.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting as required when handling equipment or larger animals.
- Customer Communication skills to foster positive & effective relationships with pet owners.
A plus but not required:
- Bilingual
- Certifications in related fields
- Experience grooming / bathing Cats
Schedule:
Saturday availability a must, flexibility other days of the week.
Compensation:
- Commission on grooming services 40%-45%
- Tips 100%
- Yuppy Puppy Groomers earn $200 per day, with many days reaching $300 and top performers exceeding $400
- Performance-based bonus system
- A generous continuing education stipend to support your growth
*Also bring your own (well-behaved) fur-baby to work!
About our interview process:
After reviewing resumes, we will reach out and set up time to have a phone call to discuss the role and answer questions, etc. The next step is a paid - working interview at our shop. We use rescue dogs or dogs in foster care, from a partner dog rescue organization for the interview. Groomers can bring in their own dog for demonstration purposes if they would like to.
Pay: $200.00 - $400.00 per day
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have Saturday availability?
Ability to Commute:
- Wellington, FL 33411 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $200 - $400