Pet Groomer at Exotic Pet Cafe

Job Responsibilities

• We are looking for a friendly pet groomer to perform all grooming-related duties necessary to ensure that pets are neat, clean, and look their best.
• The Pet Groomer’s responsibilities include bathing animals of various sizes and temperaments, trimming, clipping, or shaving hair/fur, and removing matted hair.
• You should also be able to ensure that grooming tools and equipment are in good working condition.
• To be successful as a pet groomer, you should be able to comply with pet owners' instructions as well as accommodate any special requests that they may have.
• Ultimately, a top-notch Pet Groomer will treat all animals with the utmost love and care.

Responsibilities

• Dematting and detangling hair as required.
• Bathing, conditioning, and drying pets.
• Trimming pets’ nails, brushing their teeth, and cleaning their ears.
• Grooming and styling pets according to pet owners’ instructions or standard grooming styles.
• Accommodating special requests that pet owners may have.
• Identifying health issues in pets, such as ear infections, skin conditions, or tooth decay, and informing pet owners of these observations.
• Ensuring that all pets are safe during the grooming process.
• Routinely cleaning work areas.
• Recommending suitable products to pet owners.

Requirements

• Proven professional grooming experience.
• Sound understanding of animal behavior.
• The ability to stand for long periods of time.
• The ability to treat all animals with compassion.
• The ability to lift heavy pets and equipment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.