Do you love turning scruffy pups into fabulous ones? Are you passionate about your craft and take pride in delivering beautiful, high-quality grooms?

Woof Gang Oakville – Bronte Village is looking for a talented, reliable and enthusiastic Professional Pet Groomer to join our growing team!

We're more than just a grooming salon. We're a locally owned business built around our love for pets, our community, and providing exceptional care to every dog and cat that walks through our doors.

We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys grooming, takes pride in their work, and understands the importance of creating a positive and comfortable experience for both pets and their owners.

This role is ideal for a groomer who is confident working independently, enjoys a variety of breeds and coat types, and thrives in a friendly, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

- Perform professional grooming services, including bathing, brushing, drying, clipping, scissoring and styling according to breed standards and client preferences.
- Complete full-service grooms from start to finish while maintaining high standards of quality and consistency.
- Assess pets' coat and skin conditions, identifying matting, abnormalities or concerns that may require veterinary attention.
- Safely and compassionately handle dogs and cats of varying sizes, breeds and temperaments.
- Maintain a clean, organized and sanitary grooming environment, including proper care and maintenance of grooming tools and equipment.
- Communicate professionally with pet owners regarding grooming preferences, coat maintenance, and any concerns identified during appointments.
- Work efficiently to stay on schedule while never compromising the quality of care provided.
- Maintain accurate client records and grooming notes.
- Work collaboratively with the rest of the team to ensure smooth daily salon operations.

Qualifications





- Previous professional pet grooming experience is strongly preferred.
- Ability to independently complete full grooms, including bathing, drying, clipping and finishing.
- Experience with a variety of breeds, coat types and grooming styles.
- Strong knowledge of safe animal handling and grooming practices.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to manage an appointment schedule.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Dependable, punctual, organized and detail-oriented.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Comfortable handling dogs of varying sizes, including larger breeds.
- A genuine passion for animals and their well-being.

Pay, Perks & Benefits

We believe our team deserves to be appreciated! At Woof Gang Oakville – Bronte Village, we want our groomers to feel valued, supported and rewarded for the work they do.

What We Offer:

- Flexible Compensation: Choose between hourly pay or commission-based compensation, depending on experience and preference.
- 100% of Your Tips: Every tip you earn goes directly to you!
- Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities: Flexible employment options to suit your availability.
- Health & Dental Benefits
- 25% Employee Discount: Enjoy 25% off retail products - we have treats, food, toys, health, collars/leashes for both cat and dog.
- Complimentary Brand Samples: We regularly receive samples and products from our brand partners, which are shared among our team at no cost.




- Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside a team that values collaboration, quality and a genuine love for animals.
- A Beautiful Salon: Enjoy working in our up-to-date grooming salon in the heart of Bronte Village.

Schedule & Availability

- Full-time and part-time positions available.
- 2-4 Saturdays/month availability is a requirement for this position.
- Additional weekday availability depending on the position and scheduling needs.

We understand that work-life balance matters, and we're happy to discuss scheduling options with the right candidate!

Why Join Woof Gang?

- Work in a beautiful, modern grooming salon in the heart of Bronte Village.
- Join a locally owned and operated business with a strong focus on quality and customer experience.
- Be part of a friendly, supportive and growing team.
- Build relationships with wonderful regular clients and their pets.
- Have the opportunity to showcase your grooming skills and take pride in your work.

If you're passionate about grooming and looking for a salon where quality, teamwork and the love of animals come first, we'd love to hear from you!

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Please describe your previous pet grooming experience. Applicants must have grooming education (completion of a grooming program) OR hands-on experience working in a professional grooming environment. Please specify where you gained your experience, how long you have been grooming, and the types of grooming services you are comfortable performing independently.
- This job requires Saturday availability, are you able to provide 2-4 Saturday's per month for grooming?

Work Location: In person

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