Professional Dog Groomer

Destination Pet, LLC; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Professional Groomer, where your passion for pets can shine! This role offers you the chance to elevate the lives of pet families by providing exceptional grooming services in a supportive environment. With a focus on quality over quantity, you'll enjoy flexible scheduling, health care benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Whether you're working with beloved pets or learning new techniques, you'll be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and fosters your development. If you're a pet fanatic ready to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

20% off veterinary care

Pet service discounts

Professional equipment provided

Equipment sharpening twice a year

Flexible scheduling

Health care benefits

Paid time off

Part-time benefit options

Growth opportunities

Continuing education available

Qualifications

• Professional grooming experience is required.
• Excellent communication skills and time management are essential.
• Must be a pet fanatic and work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Grooming and styling pets according to owner instructions.
• Ensuring safety and cleanliness during the grooming process.
• Recommending suitable products to pet owners.

Skills

Professional grooming experience

Time management skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Familiarity with animal behavior

Tools

Facility software

Job description

locations Culebra Creek Veterinary Hospital- San Antonio, TX

time type Full time

posted on Posted 3 Days Ago

job requisition id JR103671

Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack - a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!

We are looking to add a Professional Groomer to our team at Culebra Creek Veterinary Hospital & Resort.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES (can include but are not limited to):

1. Grooming and styling pets according to pet owners’ instructions or standard grooming styles.
2. Trimming pets’ nails, brushing their teeth, and cleaning their ears.
3. Accommodating special requests that pet owners may have.
4. Ensuring that all pets are safe during the grooming process.
5. Routinely cleaning work areas.
6. Recommending suitable products to pet owners.
7. Answering any questions clients may have with a friendly attitude.
8. Keeping the receptionist informed about pets that are ready for pick-up.
9. Supports Mission, Vision and Values of Destination Pet.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Professional grooming experience is required.
2. Displays a professional manner at all times.
3. The ability to work under pressure while still following proper procedure.
4. Time management skills, patience, and a positive attitude.
5. Ability to operate a phone, computer, and learn facility software.
6. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
7. Familiarity with animal behavior, body posture, and hair textures.
8. Must be a pet fanatic – pets are part of our family!

Physical:

Bathing requires sitting, standing, walking, and lifting more than 50 lbs.

Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal hair/fecal matter, hot/cold temperatures, and getting wet.

PERKS:

1. 20% off any veterinary care at a Destination Pet facility.
2. Pet Service discounts at Destination Pet facilities (boarding, daycare, training, etc.).
3. We utilize professional equipment to make your job easier. Need new clippers? Discuss options with your manager!
4. We sharpen your equipment twice a year at our expense.
5. We care about quality over quantity.
6. Flexible scheduling available.
7. Health care benefits are available, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Mental Health, Life, Disability, 401K Match, and Discounted Pet Insurance!
8. Paid time off for vacation and holidays for full-time employees.
9. Part-time benefit options available.
10. Avenues for growth within Destination Pet.
11. Encourage building on your skill set such as Creative Grooming and Asian Fusion.
12. Continuing Education is available! Have a seminar or expo you want to attend? Let us know!

PAY: YOU can CHOOSE

Start at an hourly wage for 60 days before changing to the commission terms listed below.

OR

Hire on at 50% commission (or 40% commission if you are working with a bather thus allowing you to groom more dogs).

30% on basic baths if applicable.

Destination Pet LLC affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

About Destination Pet

Destination Pet, headquartered in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, is a national network of pet-obsessed professionals dedicated to elevating the love and lives of our pet families through Connected Care.

With more than a century of experience, our founders understood the need for better pet healthcare and believed in the value of integrating pet services from veterinary medicine to grooming, boarding, daycare, training, and more. By connecting the experts behind the scenes, we get to know our pet families in a way that allows us to offer proactive, convenient, and personalized advice and care.