Pet Groomer - Durham, NH

Great Bay Kennel; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Part-time and per diem opportunities

Commission-based pay plus tips

401(k) matching

Roth retirement savings plan

Tuition support

Job summary

Great Bay Kennel is seeking an experienced Pet Groomer for a part-time role in Durham, NH. You will provide grooming services, ensuring each pet’s needs are met with safety and care. This role offers autonomy, a flexible schedule, and a supportive team in a busy, pet-focused environment.

The ideal candidate has professional grooming experience and strong communication with pet owners. Competitive commission-based compensation plus tips is available, along with employee benefits for eligible

Qualifications

• Previous professional pet grooming experience.
• Ability to work independently with a friendly, professional approach.
• Strong animal-handling skills and a compassionate attitude toward pets.
• Excellent communication with pet owners and team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional grooming services based on each pet’s needs.
• Handle pets safely and compassionately throughout the grooming process.
• Communicate with owners about grooming requests and expectations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary grooming area.
• Work collaboratively with teammates while managing your own schedule.

Skills

Pet grooming

Customer service

Independent work

Communication

Job description

Who we are

We're Hiring an Experienced Pet Groomer!

Position Details

Role: Pet GroomerStatus: Part-timeSalary: Competitive commission-based compensation plus tipsBenefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Flexible compensation, 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan, a 529 Savings Plan, tuition support for eligible employees, and referral bonuses help support your goals today and in the future.

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Paid time off, pet care discounts, free or discounted laboratory work for employee pets, and pet food discounts help support you and the pets you love, with additional health and wellness benefits available to eligible full-time employees.

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards, professional development opportunities, continuing education support, and a uniform allowance give you opportunities to learn, grow, and be recognized for your contributions.

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Flexible scheduling, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program help make it easier to balance your work with everything else that matters.

Looking for a grooming role where you can bring your experience to a fun, busy environment while enjoying autonomy and a flexible schedule? We'd love to meet you.

We're looking for an experienced, friendly, and dependable Pet Groomer to join our team on a part-time and/or per diem basis. This is a great opportunity for a skilled groomer who enjoys working independently, takes pride in providing excellent care, and wants the flexibility to build a schedule that works for them.

You’ll have the opportunity to put your grooming skills to work in an active environment while providing attentive, compassionate service to pets and their people. If you're reliable, personable, and ready to become part of a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Flexible scheduling that helps support life outside of work
• Part-time and per diem opportunities
• Competitive commission-based compensation plus tips
• Autonomy to bring your grooming experience and expertise to your work
• A fun, busy environment that keeps your days engaging
• A supportive team that values dependable, experienced professionals
• Meaningful work helping pets look and feel their best

What You’ll Do

• Provide professional grooming services based on each pet’s individual needs
• Handle pets safely, patiently, and compassionately throughout the grooming process
• Communicate professionally with pet owners regarding grooming requests and expectations
• Help create a positive and comfortable grooming experience for pets
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary grooming area
• Work independently while collaborating with teammates as needed
• Provide friendly, dependable service to pets and their people

What You’ll Bring

• Previous professional pet grooming experience
• A friendly, dependable, and professional approach
• Strong animal-handling skills and a compassionate attitude toward pets
• The ability to work independently and manage your responsibilities efficiently
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Attention to detail and pride in the quality of your work
• A positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a busy team environment

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• Flexible scheduling
• Part-time and per diem options
• Commission-based compensation plus tips
• Autonomy in your day-to-day work
• A fun and active work environment
• The opportunity to build relationships with pets and their people
• A role where your grooming skills and experience are valued

Benefits For Full-time and Part-time Employees include:

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service. In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and discover, design, and deliver solutions.