Groomer

Destination Pet

Ortega, CA, United States
Hourly for first 60 days or 50% commission thereaf...
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Professional grooming experience required
Ability to lift 50 lbs safely
Experience with large or nervous dogs
** Destination Pet is seeking a Groomer for their Ortega Animal Care Center, emphasizing a compassionate and community-oriented approach to pet care. The ideal candidate should possess grooming experience, strong communication skills, and a love for animals, while the role offers flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves transforming pets through professional grooming services while maintaining a safe and compassionate environment.
  • Employees can choose between starting hourly for the first 60 days or immediately entering a commission-based pay structure.
  • The company offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K match, and free pet insurance for full-time staff.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Destination Pet is seeking a Groomer for their Ortega Animal Care Center, emphasizing a compassionate and community-oriented approach to pet care. The ideal candidate should possess grooming experience, strong communication skills, and a love for animals, while the role offers flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits. **

Salary

Hourly for first 60 days OR 50% commission thereafter; 30% on basic baths; Discounts on services; Medical, Dental, Vision included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Professional grooming experience required
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs safely
  • Experience with large or nervous dogs
  • Physical ability to stand for long periods
  • Comfort working in wet and noisy environments

Nice-to-have

  • Customer-first mindset and communication skills
  • Knowledge of breed standards and coat types
  • Familiarity with pet behavior and stress signals
  • Time management and attention to detail
  • Calm demeanor under pressure

Key Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Proven professional grooming experience required
  • Ability to manage large or nervous dogs safely

Work Rights

Not specified

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