Thank you for your interest in working in our luxury dog spa! Here's a bit about us:

Location: Essential Paws Island Resort | 942 Seaway Drive Fort Pierce Florida

Compensation: $14–$17/hr • W2 • Hourly + Tips

Hours: Full time, Sunday-Wednesday 9am-7pm

Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision + PTO + 401K

Are you passionate about dogs AND people? Do you dream of building a long-term career in the pet care industry with the guidance, structure, and support to become truly exceptional? If so, Essential Paws would love to meet you!

We are a luxury, oceanfront dog resort located on beautiful South Hutchinson Island, and we’re looking for a Grooming Assistant who wants to grow with our company. This is a long-term career opportunity where we invest deeply in your development.

Please be advised:

1. We do not allow smoking (vapes, cigars, or cigarettes) anywhere on property. If this is a concern, please do not apply!

2. Eligible candidates must have their own reliable transportation, and not rely on others to get them to and from work.

3. Candidate must have a clean background check, drug test, & be over the age of 18.

4. We are looking for a candidate who is seeking long-term employment and is excited to grow with our company. Ideal applicants will be committed to building a lasting career within our team!

5. We are proud to be an LGBT-owned business. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment for everyone. Discrimination of any kind based on race, gender, sexuality, religion, ability, or background has no place here.

Please take a moment to fill out the form below. If we feel you may be a good fit, we will reach out via text message to set up a virtual interview!

First Name *

Last Name *

Preferred Pronouns *

Phone *

Email *

Home Address *

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What drew you to applying for this position? *

Do you have any professional experience in the pet care industry? If yes, please describe your role and responsibilities! *

On a scale from 1-5 (1 being nervous, 5 being confident) how comfortable are you in a customer service role? *

What do you believe makes the best customer experience? *

Making sure the customer is always right

Making sure the customer feels seen, heard, & valued

Making sure the service is done as quickly as possible

Making sure the client gets what they want

Do you have any allergies, sensitivities or health conditions that would prevent you from comfortably working with animals? *

This position can be physically demanding at times as it requires lifting, standing for long hours, twisting, and bending. Do you have any physical limitations we should be aware of? *

Are you comfortable cleaning up bodily fluids such as urine, feces and vomit? *

Yes

Maybe

Are there any specific breeds, sizes or temperaments of dogs you are hesitant about working with? *

Please describe your transportation to and from work *

I have my own vehicle

I rely on others to get me where I need

How many days per week would you prefer to work? *

5 days per week

3-4 days per week

2-3 days per week

I'm flexible!

What is your starting salary expectation for this position? *

Where do you see yourself in 3 to 5 years, and how does this role align with your long-term career goals? *

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