Overview
We are Maxi Zoo Ireland, part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet products with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. We are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pet owners simpler, better and happier. We are seeking a full-time qualified Groomer for our Tralee Store.
Start your career in grooming with Maxi Zoo. As a Groomer in our Grooming Salon, you’ll build personal relationships with customers and their pets, getting to know their pets’ styles and personalities to create a customized, stylish experience. From the first shampoo to the final strut home, you’ll take pride in the services you provide.
Skills and attributes
* Dogs
* Passionate about pets
* Grooming
* Pet Retail
* Groomer
* Animal groomer
* QQI Animal Grooming
* Pet stylist
* Groom
* QQI
What you will bring
· Fully flexible across 5 days, full-time role including weekends
· Previous hands-on experience in a grooming salon and/or QQI Level 6 Dog Grooming/City & Guilds
· Proficient in all aspects of grooming and clipping all dog breeds to a high standard
· Professional attitude with effective communication to salon customers and the grooming team
· Time management: able to prioritise and complete multiple tasks within established timeframes
· A passion for animals: comfortable around all breeds of dogs and treats all furry visitors as their own pets
· Personal development: reliable, seeks learning opportunities, and aims for a long-term career in grooming
What you will do
· Consultation - Communicate effectively with pet owners and provide advice and recommendations on related products
· Customer Engagement - Deliver excellent customer service and high-standard grooms
· Follow-Up and Follow-Through - Follow up with customers after grooming appointments to ensure satisfaction and address feedback promptly
· Sanitization and Cleanliness - Maintain a clean, organized grooming area, disinfect equipment, and ensure a safe environment for dogs and staff
· Product Knowledge – Promote Grooming Services and provide expert product advice
Benefits and opportunities
* Service pay – Higher rate of pay after 12 months’ service
* KPI-related bonus
* Employee discount – up to 40% in stores and 20% in salons
* Paid leave – sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays
* Refer a friend scheme
* State-of-the-art grooming salon and full grooming equipment
* Advancement opportunities – promotion from within and career development
* Community – work with like-minded animal lovers
* Educational opportunities – induction plan, e-learning academy, classroom training and development plans
* Employee assistance programme
* Cycle to work scheme
Equal Opportunity
Maxi Zoo Ireland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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