Bather Brusher - Sparkle Grooming Co. (Montclair, NJ)
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Competitive Hourly Pay: $17.00 - $18.00/hr
Benefits: Health Insurance, PTO & Paid Holidays (Full-Time only), Professional Development + Career Growth

Sparkle Grooming Co. is seeking enthusiastic Bather Brushers to join our growing team.
As a Bather Brusher, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our grooming operations - providing gentle, consistent care that keeps pets clean, comfortable, and healthy. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who loves dogs and is excited to gain hands-on experience in a professional grooming environment.
Our ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and patient with both pets and people. A strong work ethic and a commitment to customer service are essential, as is a genuine desire to be part of a team that values quality, compassion, and community.
This role also offers a pathway to future grooming positions for those interested in advancing their career within the pet care industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform dog bathing services on all pets
• Maintain overall pet hygiene by clipping nails, brushing teeth, and cleaning ears
• Maintain a clean workstation by sanitizing and sweeping before the arrival of every pet and at the end of every workday
• Advise owners on at-home care tips and best practices for their pets

Preferred Experience

• Experience as a bather brusher preferred
• Experience working with dogs in a professional or volunteer capacity

Compensation + Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $17.00 – $18.00/hr
• Health Insurance: Available for Full-Time employees only
• Time Off: PTO and Paid Holidays available for Full-Time employees only
• Growth: Opportunities for professional development + career growth

About Sparkle Grooming Co.
We’re not your average dog groomer. Founded in 2022, Sparkle is where routine pet care meets small-box retail and social service. Our membership-based, wellness-focused hygiene and salon-style dog grooming, make access to routine care easy and affordable for all - while also giving back to support the needs of our community. Loyal to a greater purpose, we are on a mission to improve quality of life for those we care for, while also doing our part to create healthy happy homes in the communities we serve.