Groomer

Pet Supplies Plus; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 15,911 - 22,661; Part time

Job summary

Pet Supplies Plus in Baton Rouge is looking for a passionate Groomer to join their team. If you have a love for pets and enjoy making them look great, this is the job for you!

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of grooming experience with formal training and exceptional customer service skills. The position offers a pay of $14 per hour or 55% commission, whichever is greater. Be part of a fun and inviting grooming environment!

Qualifications

• 1+ years of grooming experience with formal training certification.
• 1+ year experience in retail or service industry providing excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Grooming services like brushing, bathing, and conditioning.
• Groom and style pets per owners’ instruction and breed standards.
• Ensure wellness and safety of pets.
• Develop relationships with pet parents and recommend products.
• Community outreach to attract new customers.
• Routine cleaning to maintain a fun grooming environment.
• Assist store team during grooming downtime.
• Complete necessary training certifications.

Skills

Pet grooming

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Does your dog have a closet full of clothes? Is your cat so cool he needs to wear shades? We call that “petcentricity”! If you enjoy making pets look adorable and smell irresistible, then come work in our neighborhood! As a Groomer at our independently owned and operated Pet Supplies Plus, you’re pawsitively passionate about people and their pets.

Why work with us?

• Great work environment
• Steady income
• Access to the best equipment and modern facilities
• No overhead
• Job pay is $14 per hour or 55% commission out, whichever is greater

We are looking for a fully trained pet groomer to be part of our grooming team. Training options are available for those wishing to work their way up to a groomer position.

Key responsibilities

• Delighting neighbors and pets with grooming services, like brushing, bathing, and conditioning
• Groom and style pets per owners’ instruction and/or according to breed standards
• Ensure the wellness and safety of furry patrons at all times
• Develop long‑term relationships with pet parents by understanding their needs and recommending products and services that will keep their pet healthy and happy
• Community outreach to attract new neighbors into our store
• Perform routine cleaning to keep the grooming environment fun and inviting
• Assist store team members during grooming downtime
• Successful completion of Safety, Bather/Brusher and Grooming Academy training certification

…all while engaging with our neighbors and smiling in the face of puppy breath. Are you a superhero with a flea comb and a slicker brush? No, you are more than that. You are PAWesome!

Qualifications

• Have a High school diploma or GED
• Have 1 year or more of grooming experience with formal training certification and/or experience under an established certified groomer
• Have 1 year experience in retail or other service industry where you’ve provided top notch service
• Ability to move or lift merchandise, equipment or pets weighing up to 50 pounds
• Be able to stand, bend or stoop for extended periods of time
• Be willing to apply for and maintain a license to groom in Louisiana

Job pay is $14 per hour or 55% commission out, whichever is greater.