Groomer: Build Your Client Book with Commission

Zoomies Indoor Dog Park; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Base salary plus commission

Job summary

Zoomies Chicago is building a premier grooming program and seeks a growth-minded Groomer to help launch and scale our services. This role starts with one grooming day per week and grows into a full-time schedule as membership expands, with base pay plus commission tied to your client book.

You’ll own scheduling, deliver high-quality grooming, and join a vibrant, dog-loving team. This opportunity offers a rare chance to shape a new destination venue and grow with a fast-moving startup.

Qualifications

• Professional grooming training or certification required (grooming school graduate or apprenticeship program).
• 1–2 years of grooming experience preferred; recent graduates with strong technical skills are welcome to apply.
• Competence across multiple breeds and coat types.
• Ability to work efficiently and safely with dogs of varying temperaments.
• Organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing your own schedule and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-service grooming for all breeds and coat types: baths, blow-outs, haircuts, breed-specific styling, desheds, nail trims, ear cleaning, and gland expressions.
• Groomers can expect support with clipper-free tasks such as bathing, brushing, blow drying, nail trims, etc.
• Conduct a brief pre-groom assessment for each dog; communicate any coat, skin, or health concerns to the owner and management team.
• Manage your own grooming schedule and appointments with support from the Customer Success team for booking and communication.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized grooming salon; perform full salon clean-down at the end of every shift.
• Handle dogs of all temperaments with patience and confidence; follow safe handling protocols at all times.
• Build rapport with Zoomies members and their dogs to drive repeat appointments and referrals.
• Communicate grooming recommendations and aftercare instructions clearly to pet owners.
• Communicate with Canine Care Specialists and management on any behavioral or health concerns observed during grooming.

Skills

Grooming certification

Grooming experience

Dog handling

Customer comms

Scheduling & client relations

Job description

Zoomies Chicago is building a premier grooming program and seeks a growth-minded Groomer to help launch and scale our services. This role starts with one grooming day per week and grows into a full-time schedule as membership expands, with base pay plus commission tied to your client book.

You’ll own scheduling, deliver high-quality grooming, and join a vibrant, dog-loving team. This opportunity offers a rare chance to shape a new destination venue and grow with a fast-moving startup.