pupculture: Grooming (Contractor)

Join the PupCulture Team as a Professional Dog Groomer

At PupCulture, we're dedicated to redefining urban dog care across our five premier locations in Dumbo, Fidi, Soho, Tribeca, and the Upper West Side. Our commitment to providing a safe, holistic, and nurturing environment extends to our grooming services, ensuring that each canine guest looks and feels their best. We are looking for a groomer (contractor)!

Your Responsibilities:

• Grooming Services: Provide a full range of grooming services, including bathing, trimming, styling, nail clipping, and ear cleaning, tailored to each dog's specific needs.
• Client Consultations: Conduct consultations with pet owners to understand their grooming preferences and any specific needs or concerns.
• Health Monitoring: Keep a vigilant eye on any skin conditions, lumps, or other health concerns that may require veterinary attention, and communicate these to the pet owners.
• Cleanliness: Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary grooming area, ensuring all tools and equipment are properly cleaned and sterilized.
• Customer Relations: Build and nurture trust between PupCulture and pet owners through excellent communication and exceptional service.
• Collaboration: Work closely with PupCulture team members to ensure the overall well-being of our canine guests and provide support when needed.

Skills:

• Passion for Pets: A genuine love for dogs and a commitment to their well-being.
• Grooming Expertise: Skilled in various grooming techniques and styles, with attention to detail.
• Calm Under Pressure: Ability to handle challenging dogs with patience and care.
• Empathy: Understanding and compassion for both pets and their owners.
• Attention to Detail: Keen observation skills to notice subtle changes in pet behavior or health.
• Communication: Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively with team members and pet owners.
• Reliability: Commitment to punctuality, dependability, and strong work ethics.
• Physical Requirements: This is a hands-on, active role dedicated to grooming dogs. It involves standing, cleaning, and moving for extended periods while bathing, brushing, and styling dogs of various sizes and temperaments. You will need to lift and handle dogs safely during grooming sessions, prioritizing their comfort and well-being at all times.

How to Apply:

Ready to make a difference in the urban dog community? Send your resume, cover letter, portfolio of your grooming work, and any relevant certifications to join the PupCulture team.

*We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.