Position: Pet Shop and Dog Grooming Assistant
Location:
Macroom Pet Shop
3 Main Street,
Macroom,
Co. Cork.
P12VX96
Hours: Fridays and Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (with a 1-hour lunch break)
Additional hours may be available during busy periods or to cover other staff.
About the Role
We're looking for a friendly, reliable person to join our team in a busy pet shop and dog grooming environment. This is a hands-on role that involves working with animals, serving customers, and helping to keep the shop and grooming area running smoothly.
Main Duties
* Greeting and assisting customers in a polite and helpful manner
* Caring for animals in the shop, including feeding, cleaning, and monitoring their wellbeing
* Helping in the grooming salon with washing, drying, brushing, and general cleaning
* Maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for pets and customers
* Handling payments, bookings, and basic shop tasks
* Following hygiene and safety guidelines
Skills and Qualities
* A genuine love for animals and confidence handling them
* Friendly and approachable with good communication skills
* Reliable, punctual, and able to work well independently and as a team
* Comfortable with physical work, cleaning, and being on your feet during shifts
* Retail experience is essential and dog grooming experience preferably but not necessary.
Pay and Benefits
Hourly rate: You will be paid €14.15 per hour, by bank transfer every week.
Any changes in pay will be confirmed in writing.
Staff discounts and opportunities to learn general animal care and dog grooming skills.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: €14.15 per hour
Expected hours: 12 per week
Benefits:
* Store discount
Work Location: In person