The Barking Barber, located in downtown Ottawa, is looking for an intermediate or senior level dog groomer to work full time as an employee.

The Barking Barber is a salon built by a groomer for groomers to actually enjoy where they work!

REQUIRED SKILLS

· EXCELLENT customer service skills

· At least 2 years of full time grooming experience

· Experience with all breeds, clips, and patterns

· Ability to groom all sizes of dog

· Strong scissoring and clippering skills

· Your own tools

· A good knowledge of safe handling and pet behaviours

· The ability to lift pets up to 50lbs by yourself

ASSET SKILLS

· Hand stripping

· Cat grooming

· Asian fusion styling experience

· Pet First Aid

· Certification

You will need to perform bathing and full grooming services for pets for a diverse range of pet owners. Attention to detail is key. As you know, this job role is physically demanding and involves standing, bending and lifting.

We offer

· A competitive commission rate of 50-60% depending on experience and tenure

· All tips

· The choice to work the days and hours you want each week

· A loyal client base, most with a 6-8 week schedule

· A brand new salon with large windows

· A Tim Horton's and local restaurants within walking distance





·Within walking distance to the Tunney's Pasture and Bayview LRT stations

· Health and Dental Benefits

· Electric table, lifting tub, HV dryers, all products

· A fun and supportive work workplace

· Educational opportunities (Pet First Aid, Online Learning, Conference Admission, etc.)

We offer loving, high quality service to our clients. If you are passionate about your work, and can offer great customer service, we would love to have you!

Please apply with a resume and portfolio pictures. A working interview followed by calls to references will be required of successful applicants.

Job Types: Full-time, Commission

Pay: $75,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Store discount

Application question(s):

- REQUIRED: Are you currently living in, or near Ottawa, Ontario, Canada?
- REQUIRED: Do you have at least 2 years of full time experience giving dogs haircuts? (If you do not your application will not be considered)
- REQUIRED: Are you currently legally allowed to work in Canada (you are a citizen, permanent resident, or have a work visa)?

PLEASE NOTE: WORK PERMIT SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE.

Work Location: In person

📌 Dog Groomer - Full Time (Canada)
🏢 The Barking Barber
📍 Canada