Dog Groomer

All of Creation Pet Care, LLC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Small team

Job summary

All of Creation Pet Care, LLC is seeking a skilled Dog Groomer to join our team. The ideal candidate will groom dogs of all breeds and sizes, maintain a calm demeanor with animals, and provide excellent customer service to pet owners.

You will bathe, brush, dry, style, and cut dogs per breed or owner preferences, using proper safety techniques. Flexible scheduling and a small team environment are highlighted as benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a dog groomer or grooming certification preferred.
• Knowledge of dog breeds, coat types and grooming techniques.
• Ability to handle dogs safely and calmly, including anxious or aggressive pets.
• Strong attention to detail and time-management skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift dogs as required.

Responsibilities

• Bathe, brush, dry, and style dogs according to breed standards or owner preferences.
• Perform haircuts, trimming, shaving and de-shedding treatments.
• Clean ears, trim nails and brush teeth safely and gently.
• Assess coat and skin condition and report any concerns to pet owners or management.
• Safely handle dogs using proper restraint techniques.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized and organized grooming area.
• Provide friendly, professional communication with clients about their dogs and grooming preferences.
• Follow all safety, hygiene and animal welfare guidelines.

Skills

Dog grooming

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Physical stamina

Education

Grooming certification

Tools

Grooming scissors

Clippers

Nail trimming tools

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Dog Groomer to join our team. The ideal candidate has experience grooming dogs of all breeds and sizes, maintains a calm demeanor with animals and provides excellent customer service to pet owners.

Key Responsibilities

• Bathe, brush, dry, and style dogs according to breed standards or owner preferences.
• Perform haircuts, trimming, shaving and de-shedding treatments.
• Clean ears, trim nails and brush teeth safely and gently.
• Assess coat and skin condition and report any concerns to pet owners or management.
• Safely handle dogs using proper restraint techniques.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized and organized grooming area.
• Provide friendly, professional communication with clients about their dogs and grooming preferences.
• Follow all safety, hygiene and animal welfare guidelines.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a dog groomer or grooming certification preferred.
• Knowledge of dog breeds, coat types and grooming techniques.
• Ability to handle dogs safely and calmly, including anxious or aggressive pets.
• Strong attention to detail and time-management skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift dogs as required.

Why You’ll Like Working Here

• Laid-back, supportive work environment.
• Small team where your work really matters.
• Flexible scheduling.