Benefits:- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Free uniforms
- Bonus based on performance
- Company parties
- Flexible schedule
Luxury Mobile Dog & Cat Grooming
Work in a luxury mobile grooming environment where your professional skill is genuinely valued. You’ll have input into your schedule, the ability to decline aggressive pets, and a respectful workplace that appreciates your expertise and supports you where you need it. We also offer opportunities for career growth (even outside of a Groomer role) and ongoing professional development.
Daily Schedule & Pay
- Typical schedule: four 10‑hour days
- We start at California minimum wage, with appropriate overtime pay, daily scheduled lunch breaks, and bi‑weekly Performance Bonuses based on daily van revenue.
- Groomers also keep 100% of their tips, as required by California and federal law.
- Career advancement and additional bonus opportunities are available
Responsibilities
At Bark & Mane, we handle the business so you can focus on the pets.
- Provide luxury, one‑on‑one grooming for dogs and cats (if trained) while working independently in our mobile grooming vans
- Receive full support from our concierge and fleet teams, who manage scheduling, routing, and van maintenance/cleaning
- Enjoy a manageable daily schedule that prioritizes safety, quality, and a calm grooming experience
- Maintain a clean, sanitary workspace throughout the day
Requirements
- No degree required — we’re looking for experienced groomers with a positive attitude and strong independent work skills
- 3+ years of grooming experience
- Ability to groom most standard breeds using safe, correct techniques
- Skilled in bathing, brushing, de‑shedding, nail trimming, ear cleaning, sanitary trims, full haircuts, and breed‑appropriate styling
- Clean driving record and comfort driving a grooming van (no special license needed)
- Ability to lift and safely handle pets up to 50–60 lbs
- Basic computer skills
Nice to Have
- Experience with senior, anxious, or special‑needs pets
- Cat grooming experience
- Mobile grooming experience (Hanvey, Wag’n Tails, etc.)
- Pet CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Ability to troubleshoot minor van issues — training provided
About Bark & Mane
Our custom-designed mobile grooming vans (2026 Ford Transit Van) include air conditioning, heating, electricity, and water — all self‑contained with no external hookups. We prioritize eco‑friendliness and provide a spacious, comfortable environment that allows pets to move freely and groomers to focus on individualized care.
We offer a
100% cage‑free, one‑on‑one grooming experience right at the client’s curb.
We also believe in continuous learning. When training or certifications are relevant to the job and reasonably priced, we will cover the cost to support your professional growth.
Our Mission Statement:
We care for pets with heart, take ownership of every groom, and work to earn our clients’ trust every day. We support our community, treat every animal with compassion, and make sustainable choices that allow our business to grow responsibly.
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The positions on this website, unless otherwise indicated, are posted by Bark & Mane franchisees. Bark & Mane franchises are independently owned and operated businesses and if you accept a position with a Bark & Mane franchisee, you are employed by that franchisee, and not by franchisor Bark & Mane Inc., nor any of its parents or affiliates. The hiring franchisee is solely responsible for all employment decisions including hiring, termination, discipline, compensation and benefits and Bark & Mane Inc. and its parents and affiliates have no input or involvement in such matters. Bark & Mane Inc. does not receive, review or store any applications for employment. Any questions about posted positions or the hiring process must be directed to the Bark & Mane franchisee posting the position.
If you do not see a position available at your local Bark & Mane, you can contact our local business owners directly. See our list of locations here: http://barkandmane.com/pet-groomers/