Job Title: Pet Groomer (Founding Team Member - Private Suite)
Pay: $70,000 – $105,000+ (Base Commission) AND 100% Tips
Job Type: Full-time, W-2 employment
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (No weekends)
Location: 2558 Shallowford Rd, Ste 203, Atlanta, GA (30345)
Portfolio: https://www.instagram.com/jackarmourpetgrooming/
About Jack Armour Pet Grooming
Established in 2021, Jack Armour Pet Grooming is now Atlanta’s premier destination for high-end, 1-on-1 pet care. We operate out of private, cage-free salon suites designed to provide a one-of-a-kind experience for our pets, clients, and professionals.
With over 20 years of experience and mentorship, we take care of client management, scheduling, and admin so you can focus entirely on grooming and self-care; we take employee satisfaction as seriously as our standards of pet care and our bespoke client experience.
What We Offer
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Elevated Workplace: Clean and quiet private suite environment (no high-volume chaos or crowded rooms)
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Efficiency & Comfort: Automated bathing systems (aim, clean, & rinse), that actually work, protect your back, and save physical energy.
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Tool Care: Free tool sharpening provided (bring your own core equipment).
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Growth & Mentorship: Ongoing groomer education, coaching, and hands-on skill development.
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Team Care: Snacks always available and lunches occasionally provided + coffee shop next door.
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Work-Life Balance: Set Monday–Friday schedule with weekends off. We are flexible.
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Open Door Policy: Direct and open communication transparency. Your feedback is not only accepted, but also appreciated and seriously considered.
Who This Position Is NOT For
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Those who prefer high-volume assembly line grooming.
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Those uncomfortable conducting comprehensive client consultations, owning the end-to-end appointment process, or communicating accidents and injuries.
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Those looking to isolate in a grooming suite and create their own policies.
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Those resistant to constructive coaching, process changes, or new operational technology.
Compensation & Earning Potential
We offer a 50% commission structure + 100% of your tips (average ticket price over $125).
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Onboarding & Ramp-Up (2–3 Dogs/Day): $36,000 - $54,000/yr base + tips
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Full-Time Pace (4–5 Dogs/Day): $70,000 - $91,000/yr base + tips
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Top Earners (5–6 Dogs/Day): $105,000+ base + tips
Our Wish List
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Experience: 4–5 years of professional dog grooming experience; or 1-3 years of grooming experience + confidence and coach-ability
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Cat Grooming: a plus, but not required.
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Styling Skills: Versed in breed-standard styling, hand-scissoring, and proper coat prep, with a willingness to quickly adapt proprietary techniques, processes, and protocols.
Our Requirements
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Mindset: Autonomous, level-headed, and prioritizes pet safety above all.
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Handling Skills: We are a physiologically-focused salon. Grooms are performed with awareness and control of pet response, comfort, and stress levels. Advanced techniques are trained; core handling skills are expected.
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Professionalism: Clean, neat, organized, and respectful of shared salon suites, policies, and equipment.
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Founding Energy: Excited to work directly alongside the owners as our very first founding team member, bringing curiosity, initiative, and fortitude to our growing brand.
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Positivity: There will be laughter and good times. We want our team to have fun.
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Openness: Don’t be afraid to apply! Bring your core grooming knowledge and tools. We are happy to teach the rest.
Send your resume and a portfolio link or photos of recent grooms to service@jackarmourpets.com for a phone call and interview consideration. We look forward to meeting you!