Overview
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo Ireland are the largest pet retailer in Ireland with over 30 shops. Maxi Zoo Ireland 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 as a Groomer! As a Groomer in our Grooming Salon, you’ll have the opportunity to build personal relationships with your customers and their pets each time they visit and truly become a part of their family. You’ll get to know their pets’ styles and personalities to create a customized, stylish experience just for them. From that first shampoo to that final strut home, you’ll take pride in the services you provide.
Why join us?
* Service pay - Higher rate of pay from when you reach 12 months service
* KPI Related bonus
* Employee Discount - up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon
* 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 – Maxi Zoo promotes from within and develops a clear career path
* Community - an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals
* Educational opportunities - Induction plan, e-learning academy, classroom training and development plans
* Employee assistance programme
* Cycle to work Scheme
What you will bring
* Fully flexible across 5 days, full-time role which includes 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 that can communicate effectively with salon customers and the grooming team to build trust with pet parents
* Time management – independently prioritise and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes
* A passion for animals and grooming/animal care; comfortable with all breeds of dogs and treats all furry visitors as their own
* Personal development – reliable, asks questions, uses time effectively to learn from the qualified groomer in the salon; sees a long-term career in grooming
What you will do
* Consultation – communicating effectively with pet owners and providing advice on related product assortment
* Customer engagement – provide excellent customer service and deliver 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, wash towels and tools, and ensure a safe, hygienic environment
* Product knowledge – promote grooming services and provide expert advice on products
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