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We’re looking for passionate pet lovers to make tails wag and keep our furry friends looking fabulous!
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- Step 1: Browse our current job openings below.
- Step 2: Click the ‘Apply Now’ button on the job you’re interested in.
- Step 3: Submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you’d be an excellent fit for our team!
- Step 4: We’ll review your application and discuss the next steps.
About Us
- Company Mission: At The Dog Social, we’re committed to providing top-quality grooming services while ensuring every dog feels comfortable and loved.
- Company Culture: We believe in fostering a friendly, team-oriented environment where creativity and compassion come together.
- Why Work Here?
- Competitive Pay
- Training & Career Growth
- Dog-Lover’s Paradise
- Supportive Team Atmosphere
Senior Dog Groomer
Position Overview:
We seek a passionate, skilled, and experienced Senior Dog Groomer to join our dynamic team at the Dog Social. As a Senior Dog Groomer, you will play a key role in providing exceptional grooming services while ensuring the comfort and safety of our furry clients. You will also mentor and guide junior groomers, helping elevate our salon’s overall grooming experience.
Responsibilities:
- Perform Grooming Services: We provide full grooming services, including bathing, brushing, nail trimming, haircuts, and styling, for a variety of dog breeds, sizes, and temperaments.
- Client Consultations: Work directly with pet owners to understand grooming preferences, special needs, and health concerns.
- Mentor Junior Groomers: Train, supervise, and provide ongoing feedback to less experienced grooming staff to ensure consistency and quality.
- Maintain Grooming Area: Ensure grooming stations are clean, organised, and stocked with necessary tools and products.
- Customer Service: Build strong client relationships, address concerns or questions, and provide updates during grooming.
- Health and Safety: Monitor the health and safety of dogs during grooming, ensuring that each dog is comfortable and well-cared for. Report any signs of injury or illness to the owner or veterinarian.
- Stay Updated on Grooming Trends: Keep up with grooming trends, new tools, and techniques to provide the best possible service to pets.
- Product Recommendations: Based on clients’ dogs’ specific needs, recommend grooming products, services, and treatments.
- Administrative Support: Assist in scheduling appointments and maintaining grooming records.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of professional dog grooming experience with various breeds and styles.
- Certification: Certification from a recognised grooming school or equivalent experience is preferred
- Skills: Proficient with grooming tools (clippers, brushes, etc.) and techniques; ability to handle dogs of various temperaments and sizes.
- Customer Service: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, passionate about delivering exceptional service to pets and their owners.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, kneel, and lift dogs of various sizes.
- Team Player: Strong leadership skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with other groomers and staff.
- Attention to Detail: Strong eye for detail and precision in grooming work, with an understanding of breed standards and styling preferences.
Preferred Skills (optional):
- The ability to do professional teeth cleaning will be highly valued
- Knowledge of canine anatomy, health, and behavioural signals.
- Ability to perform basic first aid for pets.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary, plus superannuation
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
- Employee discounts on grooming services and products.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
Assistant Dog Groomer
Responsibilities:
- Assist with Grooming Services: Help with bathing, drying, brushing, and prepping dogs for grooming, including assisting in trimming nails, cleaning ears, and other basic grooming tasks.
- Handle and Restrain Dogs: Ensure dogs are safely and comfortably handled during grooming sessions. Use calming techniques when necessary to reduce anxiety.
- Maintain Grooming Area: Keep grooming stations clean and organised, ensuring all tools and equipment are properly sanitised and ready for use.
- Customer Interaction: Greet clients and pets and assist with essential consultations on pet care needs. Provide updates to pet owners about their pets’ status during grooming.
- Product Assistance: Help recommend grooming products (e.g., shampoos and conditioners) based on individual pet needs.
- Team Support: Work as a team to ensure grooming appointments run smoothly and efficiently.
- Clean and Disinfect: Regularly clean and sanitise grooming tools, equipment, and the grooming area, ensuring the salon meets hygiene and safety standards.
- Assist with Scheduling and Records: maintain accurate grooming records for clients.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Evidence that you have worked in a grooming salon
- Passion for Animals: A love for dogs and a commitment to providing high-quality care for each pet.
- Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with other grooming staff and provide support where needed.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and handle dogs of various sizes, and perform physical tasks throughout the day.
- Customer Service Skills: Friendly and professional with clients, ensuring their dogs are cared for in a safe and comfortable environment.
- Attention to Detail: Willingness to learn and follow grooming protocols, ensuring every dog receives top-quality care.
Preferred Skills (optional):
- Grooming School Certification or Training: If applicable, any formal pet grooming or certification training is a plus.
- Previous Animal Handling Experience: Experience working with dogs in a grooming setting or other pet care role.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with your experience
- Opportunities for growth and development in the grooming field.
- Employee discounts on grooming services and products.
- Training if interested in becoming a groomer
About Us
We regularly have owners who need to leave their dogs overnight or for extended stays. If this interests you, please let us know.