D is for Doggy - Groomer

Dog Groomer (Independent Contractor)

D is for Doggy – Downtown NYC

At D is for Doggy, we believe grooming is more than a haircut — it's care, comfort, and confidence for every pup who walks through our doors. Our downtown salon is designed for dogs who deserve professional styling in a calm, clean, and loving environment.

We're looking for experienced, independent Dog Groomers who take pride in their craft, work with precision and care, and love making dogs look and feel their best.

What You'll Do

• Deliver Expert Grooming: Perform full-service grooms including baths, haircuts, de-shedding, nail trims, ear cleaning, and brush-outs.

• Personalize Every Session: Work with clients to understand preferences, coat type, and comfort level — tailoring each groom to the individual dog.

• Spot Health Concerns: Identify skin issues, parasites, or unusual changes during sessions and communicate them to management or owners.

• Keep the Space Professional: Maintain a tidy, sanitary workstation and uphold our safety standards at all times.

• Delight the Customer: Create a friendly, trustworthy experience that keeps owners coming back.

What You Bring

• Strong grooming experience — either salon-based or mobile — with a proven ability to handle dogs of all breeds and sizes.

• Knowledge of breed-specific cuts and modern grooming styles.

• Patience, compassion, and confidence when working with anxious or high-energy pups.

• Excellent communication and professionalism with clients and team members.

• Reliability and pride in the quality of your work.

Physical Demands

This is an active, hands-on position. You'll be bathing, brushing, drying, trimming, and lifting dogs throughout the day in a fast-paced environment. Attention, balance, and gentle handling are key.

Why Partner with D is for Doggy

• High-volume location with established clientele

• Clean, well-equipped grooming space

• Administrative support — scheduling, check-ins, and payments handled in-house

• Flexible scheduling

• Free daycare for your own pup on grooming days

How to Apply

If you're an experienced groomer looking to work independently while being part of a respected NYC dog-care brand, we'd love to hear from you. Send your resume, a short cover letter, and a few examples of your grooming work to our team.

D is for Doggy is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We welcome all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.