Groomer
About the role
Do your dog have a closet full of clothes? Is your cat so cool he needs to wear shades? We call that “petcentricity”! If you enjoy making pets look adorable and smell irresistible, we are looking for experienced groomers to join our pack.
Responsibilities
- Delighting neighbors and pets with grooming services, such as brushing, bathing, and conditioning.
- Grooming and styling pets per owners’ instructions and/or according to breed standards.
- Ensuring the wellness and safety of furry patrons at all times.
- Developing long‑term relationships with pet parents by understanding their needs and recommending products and services that keep pets healthy and happy.
- Conducting community outreach to attract new neighbors into the store.
- Successfully completing Safety Training certification.
- Performing routine cleaning to keep the grooming environment fun and inviting.
- Assisting store team members during grooming downtime.
- Continuing to develop skills and pet‑grooming techniques while growing your career.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 1 year of grooming experience with formal training certification and/or experience under an established certified groomer.
- Ability to move or lift merchandise, equipment, or pets weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand, bend, or stoop for extended periods.
- Ability to provide your own equipment (clippers, blades, scissors, etc.).
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Must pass drug screening (where applicable) and be 18 years or older.
Benefits
- $1,500 sign‑on bonus for new groomer hires with 1+ years of experience.
- Commission‑based pay with a guaranteed minimum.
- Paid time off (full‑time).
- Medical, dental, and vision plans (full‑time).
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (full‑time).
- Employee discounts.
Pay
Minimum $11.50 USD per hour, maximum $12.50 USD per hour. This is a commission‑based role; maximum pay may vary based on hours worked and weekly completed grooming services.
Schedule
Flexibility required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
About the company
Pet Supplies Plus is focused on making it easier to get better products for your pet. With 770+ locations in 44 states, the stores feature a streamlined design that makes it easy to navigate a wide assortment of natural foods, hard goods, and pet services. Friendly, knowledgeable staff get to know each pet and their owner by name and provide playful store experiences. Ranked No. 31 overall in Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2026 Franchise 500® list, Pet Supplies Plus is the top full‑service pet supplies franchise for financial strength, growth rate, and system size. For more information, visit www.petsuppliesplus.com.