Professional Head Groom Manager with a background in overseeing all aspects of horse care and stable management. I have many years of experience in livestock health. I have a high work ethic, I am loyal, and I show up with a positive attitude.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Groom
Firefly Farms LLC
Water Mill
04.2020 - Current
Oversee the care of 40+ competition horses, as well as manage staff.
Lead the team of grooms in the daily care and management of horses, ensuring that all tasks are completed to a high standard.
Prepare morning and evening grain, including supplements, and medication.
Care for horses, and monitor their health and living spaces.
Attend and work as a horse show groom at competitions.
Provide support during emergencies, such as animal injuries and illnesses.
Coordinate with veterinarians for emergency and routine care of animals.
Organize and clean barns, stables, and other farm structures regularly.
Conduct a regular inventory of feed and supplies, coordinating restock as necessary.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Head Groom
Oceans Edge Farm
Water Mill
06.2019 - 04.2020
Managed care and supervised staff for 20 or more show horses.
Delegated work to staff, set priorities, and helped with barn projects.
Cared for horses and monitored their health, turnout, and living conditions.
Prepared morning and evening grain, including supplements, and medication.
Regularly attended and worked at competitions.
Worked closely with veterinarians during treatment, or emergencies.
Organized and cleaned barns, stables, and paddocks.
Monitored grounds and reported damage or issues to supervisor.
Operated farm equipment for paddock and ring maintenance.
Conducted regular inventory of feed and supplies, coordinating restock as necessary.
Groom
Meadowview Farm
Water Mill
01.2008 - 05.2019
Cared for the horses by grooming, bathing, clipping, and pulling manes.
Mucked out stalls and kept conditions sanitary.
Prepared and distributed feed and water on schedule.
Assisted with farrier visits, vaccinations and worming programs.
Regularly monitored horses for any signs of illness or injury and reported to the owner.
Provided assistance during veterinary examinations and treatments.
Administered medication as instructed by the veterinarian.