Virtual Friend Jobs in Naperville, IL (NOW HIRING)

Description

Calling all passionate and experienced groomers! Ready to earn top dollar and make a difference in the lives of pets? We are seeking talented groomers to join our team and deliver exceptional service in a fun, supportive environment.

Hiring for: Bentley's Pet Stuff, North Wheaton

Here's what sets us apart:

• Commission Powerhouse! Bank up to 45% commission on your grooming services.
• We're corporate with a personal touch! Enjoy the stability of a company with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.

More reasons to join our team:

• Flexible scheduling: Find the perfect work-life balance with flexible hours (full-time and part-time available).
• Free shear sharpening! Keep your tools sharp and your skills on point with complimentary sharpening every 8 weeks.
• Paid time off! Recharge and relax with paid time off to enjoy life outside of work.
• Onboarding on us! We'll invest in your success with paid onboarding to get you started.
• Employee discount! Pamper your own furry friend (or yourself!) with a discount on pet supplies.

Wage: $18.00/hr or up to 45% commission! 

Commission Potential: up to 45%

Benefits: Full-time (30+ hours a week)

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee Discount

What you'll do (duties & responsibilities include but are not limited to):

• Transform furry friends with amazing grooming services that follow breed standards and pet parents' requests.
• Prioritize the safety and well-being of every pet entrusted to your care.
• Build lasting relationships with pet parents through friendly engagement and pet care education.
• Become a product pro! Recommend the perfect retail products from our vast selection to enhance your grooming services.
• Stay in the know about our loyalty programs, promotions, and scheduling systems.
• Maintain a clean, organized grooming/bathing area to support a positive work environment.
• Work with both grooming staff and store staff in a positive, team-focused environment.
• Attend store or virtual meetings and trainings as needed
• Other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications we are looking for:

• A passionate and experienced groomer with formal training and a proven track record.
• Someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys building relationships with pet parents.
• Positive, helpful, customer-centric attitude
• Inquisitiveness and desire to learn
• Promotes a positive team environment by sharing knowledge and educating others in the team. Engages with the team in a positive, professional, and supportive manner
• Highly accountable and has integrity
• Comfortable using computers, scheduling software, and basic knowledge of MS Office products

Requirements

General: Formal grooming/safety training and a proven track record of success

Working Environment: This job operates in a grooming environment with grooming tubs, tables, and dryers.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a variable-hour position; days and hours of work will vary. This position requires the flexibility to work within our normal store operating hours, including before and/or after hours and weekends. Overtime may be required at times.

Travel: Occasional travel to other stores, meetings, and events, at times before or after hours, may be required.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items and/or pets up to and over 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  

Required Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 2 years of pet grooming experience

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Formal Grooming education or license

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not intended to cover or provide a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.