Employment Opportunities

Pet Stuff has been a community resource for product knowledge, customer service, and premium pet products. We take pride in helping pet parents help pets lead their best lives. Over the last 30+ years our core focus has been on retailing premium pet products, but now we are looking to expand our in-store offerings to be a one stop store for all our customers’ needs.

We are looking to hire an experienced groomer who not only takes pride in their ability to groom but who also has an entrepreneurial spirit. Someone who wants to take the lead at developing a new grooming business within an established and high traffic independent pet supply retailer. You would work directly with the General Manager to grow the grooming department from infancy to a successful full-service grooming shop.

Enjoy working with people and their pets

Entrepreneurial drive and want to be part of building something from the ground up.

Good communication and customer service skills.

Able to work well independently or as part of a team.

Strong attention to detail

2+ years of grooming experience

Grooming training certificate preferred but not required

Willing to teach and give feedback

Grooming skills for all breeds and sizes of dogs

Lead the grooming department at Pet Stuff

Help determine pricing and operating procedures for grooming at Pet Stuff

Advise customers on grooming standards, methods, and products for their specific breed.

Be able to complete all functions of a professional grooming shop, including, but not limited to:

Bathing

Grooming

Nail Trims

Ear & Gland Cleaning

Must be able to handle pets of all sizes

Educate & train retail staff basic grooming knowledge.

Mentor any new grooming staff as they come on board

Prioritize safety and well-being of all pets within the grooming department

Responsible for scheduling, greeting, and communication with pet owners about their pet’s grooming service. Provide excellent customer service throughout

Clean and sanitize grooming shop and equipment as necessary

This job is a full-time position. Desired candidate will be able to work a minimum of 35-40 hours per week. Schedule can be flexible.

Sliding commission scale based on experience, performance, and length of employment

Due to the nature of this opportunity, Pet Stuff will supplement wages on a monthly basis for the first year when commissions do not meet a minimum negotiated monthly base salary.

Health insurance for employees working 32+ hours per week

$4,000 Sign on bonus ($1,000 after 90 days, $1,000 after 6 months, $2,000 after 1 year)

Employee discount on all retail products

Flexible Paid Time Off

Shop supplies paid for including shampoos, conditioners, sprays, etc. You must provide clippers, brushes, blades, trimmers, etc.

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Pet Stuff is expecting our grooming shop to be ready to open to the public in May 2026. The anticipated start date for this position is around April 20th, 2026

If you feel like this position is a good match for your professional experience and grooming skills please email a resume to:

jobs@petstufftonka.com