Job Description
Job Description
Experienced Professional Dog & Cat GroomerLife With Paws – Manahawkin, NJ
Life With Paws is a growing luxury pet grooming salon dedicated to exceptional care, high-quality grooming, and a calm, positive experience for every pet that visits us.
We are looking for an experienced professional groomer who takes pride in their craft, loves working with animals, and wants to grow with a team that is building something special in the pet care industry.
If you enjoy a busy, rewarding environment and value professionalism, quality grooming, and teamwork, we would love to meet you!
Position Details
- Full-time position
- Possible part-time for off season (November-February)
- 30-day paid working interview / trial perio
- 30% commission during trial
- Commission + tips (starting rate determined after trial)
- Competitive commission structure
- Supportive, professional, and positive team environment
- Opportunity to grow with a fast-growing salon
Schedule
- Full-time with flexible scheduling
- Must be comfortable working weekends and evening shifts
- Must be comfortable working select holidays (scheduled in advance)
- Schedules are communicated ahead of time and may vary
Salon Hours:
Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Team members are scheduled within these hours based on salon needs.
Responsibilities
- Professional grooming for dogs and cats
- Breed standard and pet trims
- Bathing, blow drying, brushing, coat preparation
- Nail trimming, ear cleaning, grooming add-ons
- Perform anal gland expressions independently
- Communicate professionally with clients
- Maintain a clean, organized grooming station
- Assist with salon cleanliness and daily operations
- Work efficiently while maintaining high grooming quality and pet safety
Qualifications
- 3–5 years professional grooming experience required
- Ability to groom a variety of breeds and coat types
- Ability to groom 6+ dogs during an 8-hour shift
- Experience handling dogs with varying temperament
- Ability to perform anal gland expressions independently
- Cat grooming experience preferred
- Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work
- Reliable, professional, and team-oriented
- Certifications preferred
- Must have a positive attitude towards co-workers, clients, and pets
- Cannot be allergic to animals (dogs, cats, bunnies, etc).
Candidates must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, remain calm under pressure, respond appropriately to stressful situations, and manage multiple dogs throughout the day while maintaining high grooming standards.
Physical Requirements
- Stand for extended periods
- Safely lift dogs when needed
- Handle the physical demands of grooming multiple dogs daily
- Work comfortably in a busy grooming environment
Benefits / Perks
- Flexible scheduling
- Competitive commission pay
- Career advancement opportunities
- Fun, supportive work environment
- Opportunities to move up within the company (possibly to a management position if interested)
- Work with pets every day
Location
Life With Paws
145 North Main Street
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Join the Life With Paws Team
If you are passionate about grooming and want to be part of a salon that truly values quality work, teamwork, and a positive environment, we would love to hear from you.
Life With Paws is growing, and we’re excited to welcome someone ready to grow with us!
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Candidates should be confident completing full grooms independently while maintaining quality, safety, and efficiency throughout the workday.