Dog Groomer at The Dog Stop in Oviedo Florida

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Guaranteed minimum weekly income to start
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus

The Dog Stop Oviedo is in need of an enthusiastic groomer. Grooming is offered seven days a week, so weekends may be a requirement.  Applicants should be willing to work 5 days per week. We offer a 50% commission on all grooming services, paid time off, as well as discounts on all store products and services.  GUARANTEED MINIMUM WEEKLY INCOME of $1,000 FOR THE FIRST 3 MONTHS OF EMPLOYMENT.  We want to provide you the time to build a strong client list at our brand new location. Our boarding and daycare customers offer built in client leads. The grooming room is gorgeous with brand new equipment.

Please note: Based on the current construction schedule for our Oviedo location, we plan to open in mid to late October 2025.  Sign on/retention bonuses will be discussed for candidates that are hired in advance and commit to begin working when we open.

Duties Include:
• Full Nose-to-Tail Makeovers (this includes bath, nail trims, and full body cuts) for all breeds
• Walk-in nail trims and gland expressions
• Baths for all size dogs
• Customer relations – develop relationships with clientele and their dogs. You should be able to explain to customers the best cut/grooming option for each dog.
• Managing busy grooming schedules and communicating progress to receptionists and clients.
• Maintaining a clean grooming room
• Keep track of inventory
• Upkeep grooming tools 
• Organize and update client profiles
• Provide guidance on bathing and nail trim techniques to dog care staff

Qualifications & Personal Attributes Include:
• Minimum 2 years experience doing full body grooming with a wide variety of sizes and breeds of dogs
• Strong communication skills, ability to communicate clearly and professionally with owners
• Responsible with extreme attention to detail
• Strong work ethic
• Upbeat, enthusiastic personality
• Must love dogs!

Please respond with your résumé, professional references and any certification(s) you have. Candidates selected for an interview should be prepared to provide a grooming portfolio displaying your skill.