Experienced Dog Groomer — Part-Time — Quality Over Quantity in Grimes, Iowa at Dogwoods Lodge

Groom fewer dogs. Do better work. Enjoy your day.

If you're an experienced groomer who loves the craft but doesn't love the high-volume salon grind, we may be exactly what you're looking for.

We are the top-rated dog facility in the Midwest, with a grooming department that fits our high-quality mojo, both in appearance and operation. We believe quality is more important than quantity.

We're looking for an experienced groomer who takes pride in their work and wants a part-time position in a professional, calm, client-focused environment. We are a busy, full-service facility, so you would have to be a “team player” who enjoys helping, educating, and working with others. We have an incredible team of people; They are low-drama, hard-working, positive, helpful, dog-loving people. So, if you don’t fit those personality traits, please look elsewhere!

What Makes Us Different
• Low-volume schedule — no assembly-line grooming
• High-end clientele who value quality and personalized service
• Clients who appreciate your expertise, rather than simply shopping for the cheapest groom
• A clean, professional, upscale environment
• A focus on the dog's comfort and experience, not just getting them in and out
• The opportunity to build relationships with regular clients and their dogs
• Part-time hours that can be a great fit for someone looking for flexibility without stepping away from grooming altogether

We’re Looking for Someone Who…
• Likes the idea of only grooming 1-3 dogs/day*, and who could potentially work on Saturdays.
• Has professional grooming experience and is confident working independently
• Has a high record of safety (not allowing dogs to jump off tables, not accidently cutting dogs, not leaving dogs unattended on the table, not consistently quicking dogs, etc.)
• Takes pride in producing beautiful, polished grooms
• Understands that great grooming is both a skill and an art
• Is comfortable with breed-specific trims, styling, coat types, and finishing work
• Handles dogs with patience, confidence, and compassion
• Communicates well with discerning pet parents
• Wants to work somewhere that values quality over quantity
*(If you build up clientele, you could always increase this number, but that’s about the demand we have currently for a second groomer.)

If this sounds like your kind of salon, we'd love to talk!

Please apply with your resume and a cover letter that includes a little about your grooming experience, availability, and what you're looking for in a part-time position.