Experienced Pet Groomer

Experienced Pet Groomer (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Pet Care Plus | Chicago, IL
Weekdays and Weekends | One Weekend Day Required
Commission-Based Compensation
Full-Time Groomers Typically Earn $45,000–$70,000 per Year | Benefits Available

Join a Team That Delivers Exceptional Pet Care

At Pet Care Plus, your best friend’s best life begins here . We’re hiring an Experienced Pet Groomer to help pets look and feel their best while creating an exceptional experience for pet parents.

This is a great opportunity for a skilled groomer who values quality work, pet safety, strong client relationships, and a supportive team environment.

What You’ll Do

• Provide full-service grooming, including bathing, brushing, drying, trimming, clipping, and styling
• Groom dogs and, if experienced, cats
• Perform nail trims, ear cleaning, de-shedding treatments, and other grooming services
• Consult with pet parents about grooming preferences, coat condition, and individual pet needs
• Safely handle pets of different sizes, breeds, ages, and temperaments
• Monitor pets for signs of stress, discomfort, or health concerns
• Maintain accurate grooming notes and client preferences
• Clean and sanitize tools, tables, tubs, kennels, and workspaces between pets
• Help create an exceptional experience for pets and their people

What We’re Looking For

• At least one year of professional pet-grooming experience required
• Ability to complete full-service dog grooms independently
• Knowledge of different coat types, breed-specific cuts, and grooming techniques
• Strong animal-handling, grooming, and customer-service skills
• Reliability, organization, and attention to detail
• A strong commitment to pet safety, comfort, and care
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including one weekend day each week
• Portfolio or photos of previous grooming work preferred
• Cat-grooming experience is a plus but not required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive grooming movements
• Ability to safely lift and handle pets weighing up to 50 pounds
• Comfort working around pet hair, barking, water, cleaning products, and pet waste

Compensation and Benefits

• Commission-based compensation
• Full-time groomers typically earn $45,000–$70,000 per year
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
• 401(k) with company match up to 3.5%
• Paid time off for eligible employees
• Employee discounts on pet services
• Opportunity to develop a loyal client base
• Creative flexibility within safe and professional grooming standards
• Supportive, team-centered work environment

Actual earnings depend on schedule, availability, experience, productivity, services performed, and client demand. Benefit eligibility depends on employment status, scheduled hours, and applicable plan requirements.

Why Pet Care Plus?

Pet Care Plus has served Chicago pet families since 1998. We’re known for safe, structured, high-touch care and a team culture built around SPARK :

• Stay Connected
• Passion
• Authenticity
• Resiliency
• Keep the Joy

Ready to Apply?

If you’re an experienced groomer who takes pride in your work and is ready to grow your career with a supportive team, apply today to join Pet Care Plus.

Please include photos or a portfolio of your previous grooming work with your application.