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Nose to Toes Wholife Pet Center is a busy Pet Salon & Spa with a storefront for Pet Health Food. The position is for a pet bather and retail customer service person. Below are the desired skillsets.
Ability to bath, brush, dry, clip nails
Ability to work in a fast paced, busy environment while remaining calm at all times.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to work in a noisy environment
Ability to work unsupervised
Ability to obtain Pet First Aid Certification
Other skills/requirements include:
A friendly, "can do" attitude
A team player
Cash/debit experience an asset
Retail sales experience an asset
Superior customer service, dog and people skills an asset
Must be comfortable working with dogs of all sizes and breeds
We require someone with a patient and calm demeanor with a genuine love for dogs and cats.
In addition to the duties of a pet bather you will be required to jump in as the groomers assistant/bather or assist Salon self service. Other duties required:
Maintain shop cleanliness, both in and out of the grooming area.
Assist customers by accepting pet guests in or checking out, answering phones, and/or client questions
Assisting with retail sales
Any other duties as directed from time to time by the Head Stylist.
Provide resume and cover letter electronically or in print format in person. Although we thank everyone for applying only short listed applicants will be contacted.
Short Listed applicants will be required to do a demo to assess skill sets. Preference will be given to applicants with Vet Tech or Grooming training.
Essential Skills
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Work Setting
- Pet grooming shop
Dog Training Expertise
- Basic obedience
Pet Grooming Experience
- Teeth cleaning
- Flea baths
- Ear cleaning
- Bathing/shampooing
Type of Pets Groomed
- Cats
- All breeds of dogs
Weight Handling
- Up to 26 kg (50 lbs)
Animal Care Experience
- Domestic animals/pets (cats, kittens, puppies, dogs, etc.)