Jobs · OTHR · Illinois

Groomer

Pet Supplies Plus · Deerfield, IL · 5 days ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time

$1,500 sign-on bonus for new Groomer hires with 1+ years of experience.

About the role

As an experienced Groomer at Pet Supplies Plus, you’re passionate about people and their pets. You’ll provide exceptional, neighborly service while:

  • Getting nose kisses from a neighbor’s wet golden retriever
  • Seeing excitement and opportunity when you look into a shih tzu’s ear canal
  • Making a former shelter resident look like a dashing, dapper schnauzer again
  • Helping a terrier look like a poodle because that’s what the neighbor asked for
  • Engaging with neighbors and smiling in the face of puppy breath

Responsibilities

  • Delight neighbors and pets with grooming services, like brushing, bathing, and conditioning
  • Groom and style pets per owners’ instruction and/or according to breed standards
  • Ensure the wellness and safety of furry patrons at all times
  • Develop long-term relationships with pet parents by understanding their needs and recommending products and services
  • Participate in community outreach to attract new neighbors into our store
  • Successfully complete Safety Training certification
  • Perform routine cleaning to keep the grooming environment fun and inviting
  • Assist store team members during grooming downtime
  • Continue to develop skills and pet grooming techniques while growing your career

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • At least 1 year or more 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 of time
  • Ability to provide your own equipment (clippers/blades/scissors/etc.)
  • Flexibility in working evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Must pass a drug screening (in applicable states) and be 18 years or older

Benefits

  • $1,500 sign-on bonus
  • Commission-based pay with 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 USD $32,240.00 per year. Maximum USD $70,500.00 per year. This is a commission-based role; pay may vary based on hours worked and weekly completed grooming services.

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 have a streamlined design making 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. Pet Supplies Plus is ranked No. 31 overall in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2026 Franchise 500® list and is the Top Full-Service Pet Supplies Franchise.

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