Head Hunted Recruitment are working exclusively with a well-known and rapidly expanding business who specialize in the Pet and Animal sector. We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Dog Groomer to join the team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to come and join the expanding store in Stowmarket.
We are looking for a dedicated person who wants to evolve and grow this part of the business, demonstrating a natural affinity and love for dogs, as well as being kind, caring, and detail-oriented.
As the Dog Groomer, you will take sole responsibility for growing the business and delivering a unique customer experience while working alongside the rest of the team in the store.
The Dog Groomer hours are flexible across 7 days, including Saturday and Sunday. This role will be varied and will include all aspects of working within a grooming salon.
Dog Groomer tasks and duties:
* Trimming for all breed standards
* Bathing, drying, grooming, and de-matting
* Preparing dogs for grooming - brushing and de-matting
* Nail clipping
* Ear cleaning
* Skin treatments
* Advising customers
* Booking appointments and targeted on re-books
* Ensuring excellent salon presentation is maintained and high standards are kept through cleanliness, safety, and good standards of housekeeping.
Dog Groomer retail key responsibilities:
* Communicate and liaise verbally with customers, suppliers, visitors, enquirers, co-workers, and managers.
* Efficiently and effectively respond to spoken requests over the phone or in person.
* Respond clearly and effectively to verbal or written instructions.
* Stock control and replenishment of goods.
Dog Groomer essential skills:
* Level 2 qualification in dog grooming, working towards level 3.
* Excellent communication skills, confidently upgrading and promoting the services offered.
* Ability to finish all breeds of dogs to a high standard unsupervised.
* Good fitness and mobility due to the nature of the job.
* Happy and confident to work solo.
This vacancy comes at a time of great growth within this area of the business. If you have the experience and feel you could step into this exciting opportunity, please apply immediately.
We are offering a competitive salary of circa £24.5K per annum, plus excellent company benefits.
We are ideally looking for a full-time employee; however, part-time would be considered with some flexibility around hours and days, but working at least one day of the weekend is a must.
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