Dog Groomer

Grooming & Spa Services Part-Time to Full-Time Zoomies Chicago

About Zoomies Chicago

Zoomies is Chicagos premier indoor/outdoor dog park experience a one-of-a-kind destination where dogs play and people unwind. Our facility features expansive off-leash dog parks a full-service café a craft beverage bar daycare and boarding professional grooming and private runs all under one roof. Were building a team that loves dogs as much as our members do. At Zoomies every role matters from the bark rangers keeping our parks safe to the baristas fueling the humans who love them.

Position Overview

Zoomies is building a premier grooming program from the ground up and we are looking for a growth-minded Groomer to be a founding part of this journey. Whether you are an emerging talent or a seasoned pro looking for a fresh start we are seeking a partner who is excited about our membership-driven model and committed to the Zoomies Way of care.

This role begins with a one-day-per-week residency scaling into a full-time schedule as our membership base continues its rapid growth. With a competitive base salary plus commission your earning potential is tied directly to the growth of your book. This is a rare opportunity to own your schedule and build your career within a destination venue with hundreds of built-in dog-owner members.

What Youll Do

• Perform full-service grooming for all breeds and coat types: baths blow-outs haircuts breed-specific styling desheds nail trims ear cleaning and gland expressions
• Groomers can expect support with clipper-free tasks such as bathing brushing blow drying nail trims etc.
• Conduct a brief pre-groom assessment for each dog; communicate any coat skin or health concerns to the owner and management team
• Manage your own grooming schedule and appointments with support from the Customer Success team for booking and communication
• Maintain a clean sanitized and organized grooming salon; perform full salon clean-down at the end of every shift
• Handle dogs of all temperaments with patience and confidence; follow safe handling protocols at all times
• Build rapport with Zoomies members and their dogs to drive repeat appointments and referrals
• Communicate grooming recommendations and aftercare instructions clearly to pet owners
• Communicate with Canine Care Specialists and management on any behavioral or health concerns observed during grooming

Schedule & Compensation

Start Schedule: 1 grooming day per week; additional days added as client demand grows

Compensation: Hourly commission structure

Growth Path: Direct path to full-time grooming schedule as Zoomies membership base grows Opportunity to manage grooming staff

What Were Looking For

• Professional grooming training or certification required (grooming school graduate or apprenticeship program)
• 12 years of grooming experience preferred; recent graduates with strong technical skills are welcome to apply
• Competence across multiple breeds and coat types
• Ability to work efficiently and safely with dogs of varying temperaments
• Organized self-motivated and capable of managing your own schedule and client relationships
• Warm professional communication style with pet owners
• Genuine passion for dogs and animal welfare
• Dog-friendly personality is non-negotiable youll be working around dogs every single day

Benefits

• Health dental and vision insurance (eligible full-time employees)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee discounts on all Zoomies products and services
• Base salary plus commission your earning potential grows directly with your client book

Equal Opportunity & Legal Disclosures

Zoomies Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law. Employment at Zoomies Chicago is at-will meaning either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause or notice. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills efforts duties responsibilities or working conditions associated with it. Job responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of management. Zoomies Chicago participates in E-Verify. Upon hire we will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employees Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process should contact us at