Job description
Hello There,
Do you love interacting with people and animals? Does joining a fun, energetic, and passionate team sound interesting? Do you want to start a new career for a family business that offers "best in class pay", offers health benefits, flexible schedules and growth opportunities?
Well...Look No Further!
ABOUT US:
Dirty Dogs is a family-owned award winning cage-free salon making tails wag since 2008. San Diego’s one stop shop for pet care! Award-winning cage-free grooming, best-in-class self wash facilities and all-natural specialty pet products.
We are even throwing in a_ $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS!!_ (experienced pet stylist)
About Us:
Dirty Dogs & Meow is leading the pet care revolution by offering Health Products, Self Washing, and Cage-Free Grooming for Dogs & Cats.
Dirty Dogs & Meow Current Locations:
- Torrey Hills- Hiring
- Solana Beach- Hiring
- Carmel Mountain Ranch- Hiring
- Del Mar Highlands- Hiring
- Hillcrest- Not Hiring
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Our Pet Stylists are responsible for providing our customers with safe, high-quality grooming services for their pets. Our dedicated front-of-house staff handles phone inquiries and appointment scheduling, allowing our stylists to focus exclusively on delivering exceptional grooming experiences.
Dirty Dogs Grooming Services include but not limited to; Haircut Services (Buzz Cuts, Dog-E Style, Shear Style, Kitt-E Style and Puppy Packages), Bath Services (We-do-it Scrubs, Premium Scrubs, Ultimate Scrubs) and A La Carte Services (Nail Trims, Nail Grinds, Gland Expressions, Teeth Brushings, Sanitary Trims, Face Trims, Feather Trims, Paw Trims, Paw Pad Shaves)
- Must be professional and provide safe grooming services as requested by customers.
- Provide a quick and courteous service to all customers by utilizing our “Check In” and “Check Out” Procedures.
- Treat every pet with compassion, including talking with the pet or using other techniques to calm the pet.
- Safely and effectively utilize grooming instruments including shears, clippers, brushes, combs, nail clippers, nail grinders and dryers.
- Must have a professional clipping ability to cut a pet's hair according to the determined pattern including combing and shaping the pet's coat.
- Read written and/or receive oral instructions to determine the clipping pattern desired by the customer.
- Ability to place the pet on the grooming table and fitting the grooming collar on the pet to safely secure the pet to the table.
- Prior to service, must review proportions of the pet to determine the most appropriate cutting pattern to achieve desired style.
- Following grooming service, must input all relevant notes in booking platform to help optimize future appointments
- Clean and maintain the salon so that it is sanitary and safe for people and pets in accordance with daily and weekly salon cleaning checklists. Cleaning includes but is not limited to; all equipment, supplies, tools, force dryers, stand dryers, groom tables, tubs, windows, and floors.
- Must adhere to all Salon policies and employee handbook guidelines.
- Support a positive, professional, team-oriented, harassment-free work environment by understanding and complying with the Employee Handbook and Safety Policy/Manual
- Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
COMPETENCIES:
- Experience- Must have completed the Dirty Dogs Grooming University or have a minimum of one year's experience grooming/styling pets under the leadership of a professional groomer and must successfully complete a Technical Evaluation by our Dirty Dogs University Instructor.
- Safety and Security--Observes safety procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
- Problem Solving--Can identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
- Customer Service--Can manage difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
- Interpersonal Skills--Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
- Written Communication--Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
- Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
- Cost Consciousness--Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
- Organizational Support--Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
- Planning/Organizing--Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
- Professionalism--Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
- Quality--Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Quantity--Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly and efficiently.
- Adaptability--Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Dependability--Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Frequently required to stand, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
- Frequently required to lift/push/carry items more than 40 pounds
- Frequently loud noise (examples: metal can manufacturing, large earth-moving equipment)
- Frequently work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
- Continually required to walk, utilize hand and finger dexterity
- Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard
- Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather)
- Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts
- Occasionally exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)
- Occasionally very loud noise
Blow-dryers, tables, groomer's helpers, shampoos & conditioners, detangler/finishing sprays, ear powder and ear cleaner as well as blade coolant are provided by the company!
Check out our website (www.dirtydogs.com)/ Instagram / Google / Yelp to learn more...
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: Full-time Pet Stylists earn up to $6500/monthly + tips (average $1200/month) + $1000 Sign-on bonus ($500 after 90 days, then $500 after 180 days) *Sign-on bonus only offered to full-time employees
BENEFITS:
- Best in-class pay + tips
- Work 4x 10 hour shifts (3 days off a week) or 3x 10-hour days (4 days off a week)
- Medical, Dental, Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Vision
- Paid time off
- Comprehensive training
- Fun, friendly, team-oriented environment
- Employee discounts on products and services
Compensation package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Commission pay
- Signing bonus
- Tips
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 1 Weekend day mandatory
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Professional Pet Grooming: 1 year (Required)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
