Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Salon Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will support professional groomers in providing high-quality grooming services to pets. Your responsibilities will include assisting with the grooming process, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for the animals, and delivering excellent customer service to pet owners. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about animal care and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

Schedule

This is a part-time, position covering a maternity leave. The hours are

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

, with occasional additional shifts to cover staff holidays or absences. This schedule is ideal for parents, caregivers, or anyone looking for a morning role with consistent hours.

Responsibilities

In this role, you would be an integral part of our team, helping out with various tasks around the salon, including extensive cleaning, administration work, organizing, and assisting our groomers as needed. We're looking for someone who is hardworking, reliable, personable and passionate about maintaining a clean and safe environment for both our clients and their pets.

All training will be provided. Some of the tasks you must be willing to complete are:

- Greeting and checking clients in and out

- Booking appointments

- Proficient use of an iPad and necessary applications

- Extensive daily, weekly and monthly cleaning responsibilities. Must have high attention to detail regarding cleaning duties.

- Equipment maintenance

- Assisting the grooming team with their dogs (must be able to lift up to 75 lbs with assistance)

- Ability to take direction from grooming team & manager with a high level of attention to detail.

- General administrative duties

- Social media photography & videography

- Big asset if you are willing to learn to trim and dremel nails

We are looking for a candidate who is willing to work hard yet enjoy the ins and outs of a busy grooming salon and the company of a fantastic team and wonderful dogs. If you have positive energy and are a fun-loving person who can get along well in a team environment, you might be a great fit!

We also offer a generous discount off grooming of your personal pets and a store discount to our pet store located in the same plaza.

Skills

Strong customer service skills to interact positively with pet owners and provide them with information about services offered. Ability to perform heavy lifting when handling larger animals, ensuring safety for both the pet and yourself. Excellent communication skills to relay important information between clients and groomers effectively. A genuine love for animals, with an understanding of their behavior and needs in a grooming setting. Attention to detail to ensure that all grooming tasks are completed thoroughly and meet quality standards.
Join our team as a Grooming Assistant where your passion for animals can shine while providing essential support in creating a positive grooming experience!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00-$17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 25 per week

Benefits:

Discounted or free food Flexible schedule On-site parking Store discount
Work Location: In person