Dog Groomer

About Maxi Zoo Ireland

Maxi Zoo Ireland is Ireland’s biggest pet retailer, operating more than 30 stores nationwide and belonging to the Fressnapf Group, a leading European pet product retailer with 2,600 shops across Europe. The company is focused on making life easier, better, and happier for pets and the people who care for them.

Role Overview

We are looking for a qualified full-time Groomer to join the Mahon store. This position gives you the chance to develop lasting relationships with pet owners and their animals while delivering tailored grooming experiences that reflect each pet’s individual needs, style, and temperament.

From the first wash through to the final finish, you will take pride in producing high-quality results and creating a welcoming salon experience.

Why Join Maxi Zoo

• Higher basic pay becomes available after 12 months of service.
• Performance-linked bonus opportunity.
• Staff discount of up to 40% in stores and 20% in the grooming salon.
• Paid time off, including sick leave, annual leave, and public holidays.
• Referral incentive for recommending a friend.
• Modern grooming salon with complete professional equipment.
• Strong focus on internal progression and career development.
• Supportive workplace built around a shared love of animals.
• Learning and development support through induction, e-learning, classroom training, and growth plans.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Cycle to work scheme.

What You Will Need

The role suits someone who can work flexibly across five days, including weekends. Candidates should have prior practical experience in a grooming salon and/or a QQI Level 6 Dog Grooming or City & Guilds qualification. You should be confident grooming and clipping dogs of all breeds to a high standard and able to communicate professionally with customers and the wider salon team.

Good time management is important, along with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks and work within set deadlines. A genuine interest in animals and pet care is essential, as is comfort handling dogs of all sizes. The ideal person will also be motivated to keep learning, support their own development, and see grooming as a long-term career.

Key Duties

• Speak with pet owners during consultations and share helpful advice, including suitable product recommendations.
• Deliver consistently high-quality grooming services while maintaining a professional and reliable approach.
• Contact customers after appointments to check satisfaction and respond quickly to any questions or concerns.
• Keep the salon clean, tidy, and safe by disinfecting tools, washing towels, and maintaining hygiene standards.
• Promote grooming services and explain related products to customers.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, onsite position based in Cork, County Cork, Ireland. The posting does not specify salary, openings, start date, or application deadline.