Dog Groomer / Grooming Assistant

xpatjobs       |    Location:Gold Coast , Queensland       |    Country:Australia

Are you looking for the opportunity to be part of an established, successful and growing company? Animal Antics has been operating for over 8 years on the Gold Coast and provides outstanding and professional dog grooming, dog training and doggy day care services. About the role: We are currently recruiting for experienced Dog Groomers for our salon located in Ferry Road, Southport and are also wanting a Grooming Assistant/Bather-Dryer to join our team. We have permanent full-time and part-time positions available to the right candidates. Responsibilities include: Complete breed standard dog grooms to a professional level as well as all basic mix breed trims and scissor work - for Groomer only. Assist with the day to day running of the salon, bathing, dealing with clients, scheduling appointments selling retail products Assist with walking and daycare clients as required Assist with management of the salon diary to maximize number of appointments Responsible for maintaining the highest level of customer service and/or grooming standards within the salon Help maintain a high level of cleanliness in the salon daily To be successful for this role you must have: At least 1 year experience working in an established salon as a paid employee or equivalent Have the ability to deal with dogs of all temperaments Dog handling experience Have a friendly, happy and motivated personality and a passion for customer service Be a people person, have a real passion for animals as well as being a great team player Have sound breed knowledge with the ability to work calmly, safely and patiently with all breeds Organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to do multiple ongoing tasks simultaneously Ability to have composure under pressure and think outside the box Be an Australian Citizen or have attained an appropriate working visa Being part of the Animal Antics family means you will: Work within a family business that truly values its people and has many growth opportunities. Become part of a high performing and fun loving team Work in a clean, air conditioned salon As part of this process you will be asked to complete a non-paid two-hour grooming/assistant trial.