Dog Groomer: Show-Stopping Cuts, Commission & Flexible Hours

Destination Pet, LLC; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Commission-based pay

Discounts on services

DailyPay access

Full-time benefits

Job summary

Destination Pet LLC is hiring a Groomer at Cosmo's Corner Doggie Daycare. If you’re passionate about making dogs look fur-bulous and enjoy talking with pet parents, join our pack.

Earn $20.00/hour DOE + tips, with a path to commission-based pay after the initial period, plus a $2,500 sign-on bonus after 90 days. We offer flexibility, professional equipment, and full-time benefits including health, dental, vision, 401K match, and more.

Qualifications

• Professional grooming experience required.
• Ability to groom a wide range of breeds and coat types.
• Strong communication with clients and team members.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced grooming environment.
• Knowledge of safe handling practices for dogs of all temperaments.

Responsibilities

• Snipping, shaping, and styling pets according to owner preferences or breed standards.
• Trim nails, clean ears, brush teeth, and tidy the tail end.
• Bathing dogs or coordinating with bathers for grooming prep.
• Discuss grooming needs and coat care with pet parents.
• Keep station neat, tools sharp, and maintain a positive vibe.
• Assist front desk when pets are ready for pickup.

Skills

Grooming experience

Coat types knowledge

Client communication

Time management

Safe handling

Customer-first mindset

Physical stamina

Job description

Destination Pet LLC is hiring a Groomer at Cosmo's Corner Doggie Daycare. If you’re passionate about making dogs look fur-bulous and enjoy talking with pet parents, join our pack.

Earn $20.00/hour DOE + tips, with a path to commission-based pay after the initial period, plus a $2,500 sign-on bonus after 90 days. We offer flexibility, professional equipment, and full-time benefits including health, dental, vision, 401K match, and more.