Lead Dog Groomer
bowie barker seattleSeattle, WA
$25 - 29 / hourAPPLY NOW
About the role
Benefits Employee discounts
Paid time off
Love dogs? So do we. We believe every dog deserves to strut out of a bath and/or grooming looking and feeling like a star - and we're building a bath + grooming experience that puts both pups, bathers and groomers first.
Bowie Barker is a new modern kind of bath + grooming shop: sleek, modern, app-enabled for smooth booking, and membership options available for additional savings. Whether pet parents want to self-wash or leave it to our pros, we make grooming convenient, low-stress, and full of tail wags. The menu includes customized services to meet every dog's needs and extra attention to what we know our furry friends want.
We are opening soon in Seattle, WA (Greenwood) and looking for talented, experienced groomers to join our founding team and be part of growing this new and exciting brand.
Why You’ll Love Working Here Calm, clean, modern work environment
Hydraulic tables + walk-up tubs (no 50lb lifting required!) + force dryers
Supportive, respectful, dog-obsessed team
Partnerships with local dog shelters + rescues
Compensation and Perks Groomers have a starting wage of $25 - 29 / hour + generous gratuity (may vary based on skills and experience)
Paid Sick Time Off
Tool maintenance reimbursement (tool sharpening, replacement, etc.)
Discounts on all products and services
What You’ll Do:
Provide full grooming services from start to finish. These services include: cutting, clipping, shaving, trimming, bathing, brushing, drying, grinding, and clipping nails, and gland expression.
Groom multiple dogs per day while keeping stress low for both you and the pups
Communicate with pet parents to ensure expectations are met
Keep your station clean and calm - always
Communicate with pet parents to understand and meet their grooming goals
Create a calm, efficient grooming experience - we aim for 6-10 dogs per day
Help maintain a clean, welcoming environment for all guests (two- and four-legged)
You’re a Great Fit if You Have 1+ year of grooming experience and confidence in your skills
Bring a calm, gentle approach to handling all breeds and sizes
Love dogs (obviously), but also enjoy being part of a respectful, fast-paced team
Thrives in a respectful, upbeat, and dog-loving environment
Groomers: Own your own tools i.e.: clippers, blades, scissors, brushes, combs; however, we provide grooming tool reimbursement
Must be able to stand for long hours; you DO NOT need to lift 50lbs - our grooming baths have walk up ramps, grooming tables have hydraulic and electric adjustable platforms
Available weekend days (Friday/Saturday/Sunday)
Who We Are:
Bowie Barker is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Note, we consider qualified candidates with criminal histories.
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JOB OVERVIEW
Salary
$25 - 29 / hour
Experience level
Mid
Location
Seattle, WA
Occupation
Barbers
Industry
Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services
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