Professional Dog Groomer for Whole Pet in Springdale
Whole Pet has proudly served Arkansas pet families since 1973 by providing premium pet nutrition, trusted advice, professional dog grooming, and exceptional customer service.
We're not looking for someone to simply groom dogs—we're looking for a professional who wants to build lasting relationships with pets, their families, and the team they'll work alongside every day. We believe those relationships are one of the things that set Whole Pet apart.
Our Mission:
Improving the lives of pets and the people who love them.
Why Experienced Groomers Enjoy Working at Whole Pet
At Whole Pet, professional grooming is about much more than beautiful haircuts.
It's about earning trust.
Every pet is someone's beloved family member, and every appointment is an opportunity to strengthen the trust we've worked hard to earn.
We believe exceptional groomers balance technical skill, efficiency, safety, compassionate care, and outstanding customer communication. They understand that every dog and every situation is different, and they use sound judgment to provide the best possible experience for both the pet and its family.
Our groomers enjoy:
· An established and growing customer base with strong repeat business.
· Retail team members who handle most appointment scheduling and most incoming phone calls, allowing groomers to stay focused on grooming and customer care.
· Professional equipment, supplies, and blade sharpening provided.
· A professional, relationship-centered team that values quality, communication, continuous learning, and mutual respect.
· A comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including medical insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, employee discounts, and additional pet food benefits.
What Success Looks Like at Whole Pet
You take pride in consistently doing excellent work.
You take pride in consistently delivering high-quality professional grooms while managing your time efficiently and providing an exceptional experience for every customer and pet. You understand that quality and efficiency are partners—not competitors.
You genuinely care about pets.
You treat every dog with patience, kindness, and respect. You understand that safety and humane handling are never compromised, and you know when thoughtful communication with a customer is more important than simply doing what was requested.
You build lasting relationships.
You enjoy getting to know customers and their pets, listening carefully, communicating professionally, and earning trust appointment after appointment.
For many customers, their groomer becomes one of the people they know and trust most at Whole Pet.
You understand that professionalism extends beyond the grooming table.
You take pride in maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary salon. You complete accurate grooming notes and customer records, willingly share in responsibilities such as cleaning and laundry, and understand that every member of the team contributes to the experience our customers - and their pets - have with Whole Pet.
You're committed to being part of a team.
You understand that a successful grooming department depends on communication, teamwork, and mutual respect. You enjoy contributing ideas, continuing learning throughout your career, and recognize that consistently serving customers well requires everyone to work together.
What You'll Do
· Professionally groom dogs of all breeds, sizes, coat types, and temperaments.
· Consult with customers to understand their goals and recommend grooming solutions that are safe, appropriate, and in the pet's best interest.
· Maintain accurate grooming notes, customer records, vaccination records, and other required documentation.
· Consistently follow established grooming, safety, sanitation, and operational procedures.
· Work closely with fellow groomers, retail team members, and management to provide an exceptional customer experience.
· Help maintain a clean, safe, organized, and welcoming grooming department.
Qualifications
· Professional dog grooming experience required.
· Ability to safely groom dogs of all breeds, sizes, coat types, and temperaments.
· Excellent customer service and communication skills.
· Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork.
· Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
· Saturday availability preferred.
· Full-time preferred; part-time may be considered for the right candidate.
Compensation & Benefits
· W-2 employee
· 50% commission plus cash tips
· Medical insurance
· 401(k) retirement plan
· Paid time off
· Employee merchandise discount
· Employee pet food benefit
· Professional equipment, supplies, and sharpening provided
· Opportunities for continuing professional growth
Join Our Team
If you're looking for more than just another grooming job—if you want to practice your profession with a team that values trust, professionalism, teamwork, continuous learning, and compassionate care—we'd love to meet you.
Join Whole Pet and help us continue improving the lives of pets and the people who love them.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tools provided
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What do you enjoy most about being a professional dog groomer?
- How many years of professional dog grooming experience do you have?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Springdale, AR 72762 (Required)
Work Location: In person
