Pet Groomer Trainee- Full time

Bark & Mane of River Oaks; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,857,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays and time off

Fully equipped van

All supplies covered

Flexible schedule

Four-day work weeks

Training & development

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Free food & snacks

Job summary

Bark & Mane of River Oaks offers mobile pet grooming services with a Mercedes-Benz van, equipped for on-site grooming at clients' driveways. The role rewards trainees with comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and a path to becoming certified groomers as you grow within a fast-paced service business.

Flexible schedules with four-day work weeks and 100% tips are highlighted, along with health, dental, and vision insurance, plus paid holidays and time off.

Qualifications

• Experience bathing pets or being an animal lover.
• Desire to grow in a fast-paced service business.
• Willingness to learn and train in grooming.

Skills

Experience bathing pets

Animal lover

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Free food & snacks

Compensation, Benefits, and Perks

• Direct career track to becoming a certified pet groomer!
• Compensation: Base pay, tips, bonus, and commission average per hour paid weekly via direct deposit.
• 100% Tips: You keep every dollar of your tips.
• No grooming experience required: We will train the right candidate
• Flexible Schedule: Four-day work weeks available.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus paid holidays and time off - including your pet's birthday!
• Fully Equipped Van: Mercedes-Benz van with A/C, a hydrobath, and a grooming salon.
• All Supplies Covered: We provide tool sharpening, van cleaning, supplies, shampoo, fuel costs, tools, and admin support.

Employee Recognition Perks

• For better work/life balance, we clean your van at the end of every workday!
• To keep your day smooth, we have lots of spare vans in case of unexpected mechanical issues!
• Paid specialized training and mentorship opportunities to continue honing your skills.
• We prioritize creating efficient routes and apts. close to your home! More time-making tips and less travel time!

You should have...

• Experience bathing pets or an animal lover
• The drive and desire to grow and learn in a fast-paced service business

The Warm and Fuzzies

We’ve listed the job responsibilities above, but the real magic of working at Bark and Mane goes beyond words!

• It's the pride of giving Fluffy a makeover in our salons and watching him strut his stuff on the way out.
• It's the excitement of Charlie's wagging tail during his bath or Sophie's smile after her teeth are cleaned.
• It's the gussying up of Milo for this year's holiday photoshoot. (Fun fact: many of our groomers receive holiday cards from their clients!)

Bark and Mane Overview

Founded in Australia in 1996, Bark and Mane established its global headquarters in the United States in 1999 and has since grown to become the world's leading mobile pet grooming franchise.

• Our custom-designed mobile pet grooming vans come equipped with air conditioning, heat, electricity, and water—without the need for external hookups. We prioritize eco-friendliness and provide a spacious, comfortable environment for pets to move freely, allowing groomers to focus on each pet’s individual needs.
• At Bark and Mane, we offer a 100% cage-free, one-on-one grooming experience—all in the convenience of our clients' driveways.

Awards and Recognition

• Entrepreneur's 2024 Franchise 500: “Best of the Best” Franchises
• FranServe’s FRAN-TASTIC BRANDS 2024
• Top 500 Franchises on Entrepreneur’s 2024 Franchise 500

Whether you’re in customer service, a barista, a teacher, an animal lover, or simply looking for a career change, this could be the perfect opportunity to learn a lucrative new skill. Our groomers build strong relationships with both pets and their owners, making this a rewarding career choice.