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Paws At Play
Join Paws At Play as we launch and grow our professional grooming program. We're looking for an experienced groomer who wants the earning potential of production-based compensation with the security and benefits of full-time W-2 employment.
$20/hour guaranteed base pay
PLUS
Uncapped Production Bonuses
Weekly production incentives:
$1,501–$2,000 → 10% bonus
$2,001–$2,500 → 15% bonus
$2,501+ → 20% bonus
Production bonuses are incremental and paid in addition to the guaranteed hourly wage.
100% of client tips go to the groomer.
• 50% employer contribution toward eligible health insurance
• 401(k) with up to a 3% company match
• Paid Time Off
• Employee pet-care benefits and discounts
• Guaranteed hourly income while clientele is being established
• Existing Paws At Play client base to help build a grooming book
• Marketing and promotional support
Full-time position
Initial goal of approximately 5 dogs per full grooming day
Appointment volume will vary based on breed, size, coat condition, service requested, behavior, and the time required to safely complete each groom.
Quality and safe handling always take priority over volume.
Groomer provides:
Professional clippersScissors and shearsBlades and attachmentsPersonal professional grooming tools
Paws At Play provides:
Grooming tablesBathing equipmentProfessional dryersShampoos and conditionersSpecialty grooming productsTowelsCleaning and sanitation suppliesGeneral salon suppliesScheduling and payment systemsMarketing support
Because this is a new grooming program, the groomer will have the opportunity to help establish the department, build a loyal client base, and grow their income as grooming demand increases.
Compensation and production will be reviewed after approximately 90 days to ensure the program continues to provide competitive earning potential and sustainable growth.
At 40 hours per week:
Guaranteed base: $800/week + tips
As weekly grooming production increases, production bonuses are added to the guaranteed hourly wage.
At approximately $2,500 in weekly production:
$925/week + tips + benefits
Higher production creates additional earning potential through the uncapped production bonus structure.
Full-Time • W-2 • Guaranteed Hourly Pay • Production Bonuses • Tips • Health Insurance • 401(k) • PTO