Whether it’s delivering show-stopping grooms, mentoring the next generation of professionals, or helping a new client fall in love with their pet all over again…
We don’t just want you to love grooming—we want you to grow and thrive in this industry. This is your playground for growth—a masterclass in building both skills and confidence.
Think you’re ready to join the team? Let’s talk.
Smoochie Pooch is a family-owned business, and we’re proud of our Family First motto. Our staff are not just team members; they’re family. To uphold our commitment to putting Family First, all Smoochie Pooch staff members enjoy weekends off to relax and spend time with friends and family.
We proudly utilize top-of-the-line grooming equipment to make your job easier including electric tables, K9 dryers and tubs with stairs or ramps. No more lifting pets into the tubs or tables. Each of our salons in designed to maximize efficiency and cleanliness with a separate room for bathing and drying and another for grooming.
Click the link above to view job responsibilities and qualifications.
-Competitive Pay
-Weekends off
-Paid time off
-Unpaid time off
-Holiday Pay (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, 4th of July, Memorial Day)
-Health insurance reimbursement
–Dedicated customer service team so you can focus on grooming, not answering phones
-Access to our team of Nationally Certified Master Groomers and Pet Aestheticians for support, education and encouragement
-CPR certifications
-Continuing education (hands-on training and seminars)
-Yearly admission to industry trade show for growth, learning & networking
-Free grooming smock
-Clean facilities with top-of-the-line grooming equipment to make your job easier including electric tables, K9 dryers and tubs with stairs
-Fun grooming environment
It’s not the easiest hiring process. That’s by design. We protect our culture and don’t let just anyone on the team.
1. Send Your Application
Show us how your background fits in with what we’re looking for in our new hire. You’ll provide a resume and some of your grooms.
2. 15-Minute Initial Chat
If we like what we see, you’ll have a 15-minute call to discuss a high-level overview of your experience and if you’ll be a good match.
3. Formal Zoom Interview
This is typically a 30-40 minute call with management.
4. Technical Groom
This is where you’ll work with us, before you work with us. It’s just as much for you as it is for us!
5. Meet with Leadership
At this point, we think you’re a great fit, and you’ll do a quick 10 minute call with a leadership team member for sign off before we send the offer.
6. Offer
You’ll receive an offer from our team that, if you accept, then you’ll be on your way to starting an insane journey.
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We are a family-owned pet grooming business serving Florida, Indiana, Kentucky & South Carolina. Our trained and skilled professionals provide the highest quality service and care in the pet industry.
We are a family-owned pet grooming business serving Florida, Indiana, Kentucky & South Carolina. Our trained and skilled professionals provide the highest quality service and care in the pet industry.
We’re a family-owned pet grooming business providing quality, compassionate care for dogs and cats in our grooming salons and mobile pet grooming units.
