Pet Groomer

Pet Groomer – Job Overview

At Shaila's Pet Grooming & Spa, we are looking for a passionate, experienced, and dependable Pet Groomer who takes pride in delivering exceptional grooming services while providing a safe, low-stress, and compassionate experience for every pet. We are seeking a team member who is confident working independently, has excellent breed and coat knowledge, and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, cleanliness, and customer service. We value individuals who are team players, willing to help wherever needed, and eager to continue learning and growing within the company. Our goal is to build a positive, supportive workplace where every employee contributes to the success of the salon and genuinely cares about the pets and families we serve.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, deshedding, haircuts, hand scissoring, clipping, nail trimming and grinding, ear cleaning, sanitary trims, and other grooming services.
• Groom pets according to breed standards or client requests while prioritizing each pet's health, comfort, and safety.
• Conduct a thorough hands-on assessment before each groom to identify skin issues, lumps, injuries, or any concerns that should be communicated to the pet owner.
• Safely handle dogs of all sizes, breeds, coat types, temperaments, and ages.
• Maintain detailed grooming notes and communicate recommendations to clients when appropriate.
• Ensure all grooming equipment is properly cleaned, sanitized, sharpened, and maintained.
• Keep grooming stations, bathing areas, kennels, dryers, and common areas clean and organized throughout the day.
• Assist with salon cleanliness, laundry, disinfecting, stocking supplies, and general housekeeping.
• Help answer phones, greet clients, assist with check-in/check-out, and support the reception team when needed.
• Work collaboratively with bathers, receptionists, and management to ensure a smooth daily workflow.
• Assist with any additional salon duties as assigned to support the success of the business.
• Represent the salon professionally and provide exceptional customer service at all times.

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous professional dog grooming experience required.
• Strong understanding of breed-specific grooming styles and coat types.
• Confident using clippers, blades, guard combs, shears, and grooming equipment safely.
• Ability to groom dogs efficiently without compromising quality or safety.
• Knowledge of pet behavior and safe handling techniques.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities.
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and remain on your feet for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

• Takes pride in producing high-quality, consistent grooms.
• Has a genuine love for animals and treats every pet with patience and compassion.
• Is open to feedback, continued education, and learning new grooming techniques.
• Is willing to mentor and support newer team members when appropriate.
• Takes initiative without needing constant supervision.Helps maintain a clean, welcoming salon for both clients and coworkers.
• Has a strong work ethic and treats the business with respect and professionalism.
• Understands that everyone's success comes from working together as a team.

Pay: $400.00 - $1,200.00 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Experience:

• Pet grooming: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)
• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Tampa, FL 33619 (Required)

Work Location: In person