Pet Groomer for Dogs

YPets Grooming Salon; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

YPets Grooming Salon in Sydney is seeking an experienced Senior Groomer who loves pets and delivers high-quality grooming. The role is hands-on, working unassisted to groom dogs of all breeds and perform breed-specific clips and scissor cuts.

You will communicate with owners to understand preferences, ensure pet welfare, and maintain a clean, safe salon while delivering outstanding customer service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional grooming experience.
• Proficient in handling and grooming dogs of all breeds.
• Strong customer service orientation and communication with pet owners.
• Attention to detail and safe, efficient work.
• Passion for animal welfare and high grooming standards.
• Ability to work unassisted and clip across all breeds.

Responsibilities

• Handle grooming and styling of dogs of all breeds, including breed-specific clips and scissor cuts.
• Handle dogs with care and ensure their comfort throughout the grooming process.
• Communicate with pet owners to understand their grooming preferences and provide recommendations.
• Keep grooming tools and the salon clean and organised.
• Provide a high level of customer service, ensuring pet owners are satisfied with the grooming results.
• Identify any potential health or skin issues and communicate these to pet owners.

Skills

Dog grooming

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Animal welfare

Unassisted work

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Groomer with a love for pets. You will handle grooming and styling of dogs of all breeds, including breed-specific clips and scissor cuts, working unassisted. You must thrive in a team setting and be committed to creating positive experiences for both pets and their owners.

Key responsibilities

• Handle grooming and styling of dogs of all breeds, including breed-specific clips and scissor cuts
• Handle dogs with care and ensure their comfort throughout the grooming process
• Communicate with pet owners to understand their grooming preferences and provide recommendations
• Keep grooming tools and the salon clean and organised
• Provide a high level of customer service, ensuring pet owners are satisfied with the grooming results
• Identify any potential health or skin issues and communicate these to pet owners

About you

• At least 3 years of experience as a professional pet groomer
• Excellent handling and grooming skills for dogs
• Strong customer service orientation and the ability to work well with pet owners
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work safely and efficiently
• Passion for animal welfare and a commitment to providing the highest standard of pet care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work unassisted and clip and scissor across all breeds