FURRR - Senior Pet Groomer 

Position Type: Contract 

Location: In-store at Furrr, Toronto (Beaches Neighborhood) 

Compensation: 60% of Grooming Sessions + 100% of Tips + 8% in Commission for hygiene and wellness product sales 

About Us 

Furrr is a modern pet retailer and grooming space designed with both pets and their people in mind. Our mission is to be the go-to destination for thoughtful, stress-free care — where quality grooming, genuine service, and good vibes come standard. We’re building a team that values skills, integrity, kindness, and inclusive culture; and a welcoming environment for every employee and client - furry or not. 

The Role 

As Senior Groomer, you’ll lead the way in delivering exceptional grooming services, setting the standard for customer care, mentorship, and pet pampering—defined by both aesthetic excellence and genuine compassion. 

You’ll be responsible for: 

• Creating custom and breed-specific grooms that wow our clients 

• Consulting with pet parents in a friendly, straight forward way about coat care, comfort, and style preferences 

• Setting the standard for excellence in grooming, hygiene and safe pet handling, while fostering a culture of care and professionalism  

• Supporting and mentoring junior groomers and bathers who aspire to be the next lead groomers, just like you  

• Supporting to refine the grooming experience at Furrr — from booking flow to back-of-house supply management 

• Keeping grooming spaces clean, calm, and stocked with the tools you love 

What You Bring to the Pack 

Must-haves: 

• 3+ years of grooming experience with all coat types and temperaments 

• Ability to groom both breed-standard and custom styles 

• Gentle, confident animal handling 

• Strong communication with pet parents and team members 

• A proactive attitude and a good sense of humor  

Bonus Points for: 

Certification from a registered and reputable grooming academy 

Experience mentoring junior groomers or bathers 

Familiarity with fear-free or positive reinforcement grooming practices 

Experience capturing social media content (ie: Instagram, Tiktok) 

What Makes Furrr Different 

We’re not just offering a job — we’re offering a supportive, respectful environment where groomers can grow. Our team members enjoy: 

Competitive pay + commission + tips 

Flexible scheduling and reasonable booking windows 

Opportunities to grow into training, leadership, or creative roles 

Aesthetic tools & a clean, coastal-inspired space to work in every day 

A warm, team-driven culture where your voice and expertise are valued 

Employee discount on all Furrr products & services  

Fresh Furrr gear waiting for you on day one — because uniforms shouldn’t be boring! 

Location & Schedule 

This is a full-time, in-store position at our Beaches location. Weekends and peak holidays are our busiest times, so flexibility is appreciated. 

How to Apply 

Please send your resume and a short note about your grooming style (bonus if you share your favorite breed to work with!) to hello@furrr.ca. If you have a portfolio, Instagram, or photos of your work, feel free to include those too — we’d be excited to see them. 

Help us build the kind of grooming space pets love — and groomers actually enjoy!