Senior Dog Groomer - Part Time

Job Description

Job Description

About Us Pet Foodie LA is a premium pet supply boutique and luxury grooming salon in Santa Monica. We're not your average grooming shop — we offer a spa-style experience for dogs, and our clients expect the best. Our facility is clean, well-equipped, and designed to make both groomers and dogs feel comfortable. We're a small, passionate team with high standards and a genuine love for animals.

Our salon was designed with both groomers and dogs in mind — Venetian plaster walls, warm natural-toned lighting (no fluorescents), and a calm, quiet floor plan that makes the day feel less like a shift and more like working in a space that respects the craft.

The Role We're looking for a skilled, experienced dog groomer who takes pride in their craft. You'll work with a loyal and growing clientele, handling everything from breed-standard cuts to creative styling — all in a boutique environment where quality always comes before volume. Our salon is supported by a dedicated bathing team, so you can focus your time and energy on the cut and finish.

What You'll Do

• Groom dogs of all breeds, sizes, and coat types to breed standard or owner preference
• Perform bathing, drying, clipping, scissoring, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and finishing
• Work alongside our bathing team — bathers handle most of the bath, dry, and prep work and hand the dog off to you table-ready, though you'll occasionally bathe your own dogs as needed
• Assess each dog's coat condition and temperament and adjust your approach accordingly
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients about their dog's groom and any concerns
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation at all times
• Handle dogs safely and with patience and care throughout the grooming process

What We're Looking For

• Proven hands-on grooming experience — certification not required, but your work should speak for itself
• 6+ years of professional grooming experience (this is firm)
• Confident working with all breeds, sizes, and temperaments
• Strong scissoring and finishing skills
• A calm, patient demeanor with dogs (and people)
• Reliable, professional, and detail-obsessed
• Someone who takes pride in every single groom, not just the easy ones

What We Offer

• $30–$38/hour based on experience + tips
• 401(k)
• Employee discount on our full line of premium pet products
• A boutique, spa-style environment with a clientele that values quality
• A supportive bathing team that lets you focus on the cut and finish
• A supportive team that respects your craft and lets you do your best work

Ready to Join Us? We're actively hiring and would love to see your work. Apply today and include any portfolio photos or Instagram handle if you have one — we'd love to see your style. Someone from our team will be in touch within 24 hours.