Primary Duties:

As a grooming specialist you will provide a full line of grooming services to our canine clients. You will be working in a fast-paced, yet relaxed environment, and will be expected to uphold the values that Fido & Stitch holds for the care and grooming of our dogs. Teamwork and adaptability are essential.

- Create the ultimate experience for Fido & Stitch customers (including canines).

- Proactively engage in conversation with customers, and educate them on health issues that may pertain to their beloved canine when it comes to grooming.

- Use point of sales system and other programs to efficiently track clients, keep thorough notes, and maintain the grooming calendar.

- Opening and closing duties

- Maintain & clean grooming area, paying attention to the small details, in order to create the best experience for grooming clients and keep a clean salon for everyone

- Assist the entire Fido & Stitch team; especially in retail operations when needed.

- Continue to educate yourself and the team on current canine topics.

What the Grooming Specialist will bring to Fido & Stitch:

- Certified/trained dog groomer (cat grooming experience a plus!) or equivalent experience

-The specialist loves dogs and loves to spoil & pamper them as well!

-Ability to work independently with little supervision, but also takes direction well from management.

-Ability to treat every client (canine and human owner) as unique and special, because no two dogs are exactly alike...and neither are their owners

-People Skills: you will be interacting on a daily basis with salon clients.

-Ability to make effective decisions, that align with the values and mission of Fido & Stitch

-Comfortable using technology (computers, tablet, POS software, etc)

-Ability to lift/carry 60+ lbs (we get a lot of large dogs and doodles)

-Has flexibility in work schedule (including evenings and weekends)

-Genuinely enjoys making others feel welcome!

What YOU will get

Experienced groomers will take home 50% commission
Paid Time Off
401k Program
Employee Discounts on retail products (including food!)
Take home 100% of your tips (cash and credit card)

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