Dog Groomer: Full Time

Pet Supplies Plus - LH Mercantile; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tiered commission

Hourly base + tips + commissions

Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Program

Weekly Paychecks

Employee Discount

Career Advancement Opportunities

Free Grooming Training Access

Job summary

LH Mercantile is seeking a passionate, full-time dog groomer in Grayslake, IL. Join a locally owned franchise offering the support of a large company with the warmth of a neighborhood business. Learn and grow with our team while delivering quality grooming and friendly service.

You will groom dogs to breed standards, maintain safety, and communicate with pet parents. We provide training access, health benefits, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a grooming school OR 2+ years of professional grooming experience.
• Proficiency in breed-standard cuts and grooming techniques.
• Must supply your own professional grooming tools.
• Adherence of salon safety procedures and industry standards.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform grooming and styling per pet parent requests and breed standards.
• Complete all grooming steps (brushing, bathing, nails, etc.) ensuring pets look and feel their best.
• Monitor pets in care and respond to stress or health concerns appropriately.
• Build trust with neighbors through excellent service, clear communication, and product/service recommendations.
• Keep grooming areas sanitary, organized, and safe.

Skills

Breed-standard cuts

Grooming techniques

Salon safety

Customer service

Physical stamina

Education

Grooming school graduate

2+ years grooming experience

Tools

Professional grooming tools

Job description

If you have a passion for pets and are looking for a fun, rewarding work environment, come join our Pack!

As a locally owned franchise, we offer the best of both worlds-the structure and resources of a large company combined with the family feel of a neighborhood business. Whether you're new in your career or are an experienced professional groomer ready for a new opportunity, you can find a home with us. Learn more at LHmercantile.com.

Benefits of a Full-time Dog Groomer:

• Tiered commission rate based on weekly sales (starting at 50%)
• Hourly rate is based on a 32+ work week + commissions + tips
• Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO
• Flexible Spending Program
• Weekly Paychecks
• Employee Discount
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Free Grooming Training Access

What You'll Do:

• Perform grooming and styling per pet parent requests and breed standards with consistency and professionalism.
• Complete all aspects of grooming (brushing, bathing, nail trims, etc.) to ensure pets look and feel their best.
• Monitor pets in your care, follow handling best practices, and respond appropriately to signs of stress or health concerns.
• Build trust with neighbors by providing excellent service, clear communication, and thoughtful product/service recommendations.
• Keep grooming areas sanitary, organized, and inviting in alignment with safety and animal care standards.

What We're Looking For:

• Graduate of a grooming school OR 2+ years of professional grooming experience
• Proficiency in breed-standard cuts and grooming techniques
• Must supply your own professional grooming tools
• Adherence of salon safety procedures and industry standards
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods

About LH Mercantile:

LH Mercantile, LLC is a franchisee of Pet Supplies Plus that currently has 16 locations throughout the Chicago suburbs and Northwest Indiana. We offer self-service pet washes and full-service grooming and provide curbside pickup, delivery, and autoship services. We offer a wide selection of food, supplies and accessories for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, fish and small animals. However, we're mostly proud of our knowledgeable team, who love pets and are eager to help pet parents.

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