Experienced Dog Groomer

Canine To Five is seeking experienced full-time Groomers to join our team! We offer unlimited income potential and excellent benefits.

We are an upscale pet resort located in bustling Midtown, just blocks from Wayne State University and Whole Foods. Built in 2018, our salon provides gated parking, a receptionist and janitorial crew. Easy on / off access to M-10, I-75, and I-94. Between our grooming clients, and our busy daycare and boarding dogs, groomers can do 6-10 dogs per day, 5 days a week with us. We pay all of our W-2 Groomers 50% commission, in addition to receiving both cash and credit card tips. After 60 days, we offer health insuracne with domestic partner coverage, vision, dental, paid time off, a simple IRA with a match, Free Pet care, and other perks throughout the year. Our generous clients leave very generous tips. Our ideal candidate will have 2+ years of professional grooming experience, a complete set of grooming tools, and a great attitude.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• At least 18 years of age
• Weekend / holiday availability & able to work 5 shifts / week
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, stand for an extended period of time, walk, run, bend and reach
• Ability to multi-task in a fast pace environment
• A positive attitude and comfortable working in a team environment
• Comb, clip, trim, and shape coats to groom animals using knowledge of characteristics, grooming techniques, and styles
• Be able to study proportions of animal to determine the most appropriate cutting pattern to achieve desired style
• Knowledgeable on full service dog grooming, drying methods, brushing, ear cleaning, nail trim and file, oral care, expressing anal glands, pest control
• A natural love of working with and caring for dogs
• Exposure to unpleasant odors, animal waste, bites, scratches, contagious diseases
• Personal accountability i.e. attendance, dress code, cell phone policy, etc.