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Michelle Brood

Waukee,IA

Summary

Grooming professional with extensive experience at Petco, specializing in team leadership and customer service. Achieved high client satisfaction through innovative grooming techniques and effective conflict resolution. Expertise in breed-specific styling and grooming equipment maintenance, ensuring animal safety and comfort while building lasting relationships with pet owners.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Dog Groomer

Mohawk Grooming
Mason City, Iowa
02.2025 - Current
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of grooming stations and equipment.
  • Performed grooming services for various dog breeds using professional tools.
  • Communicated with pet owners to understand specific grooming needs and preferences.
  • Handled dogs safely during grooming, ensuring their comfort and security.
  • Provided basic health checks while grooming, noting any skin or coat issues.
  • Assisted in training junior groomers on best practices and techniques.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance service quality and efficiency.
  • Cleaned ears, trimmed nails, plucked hair from ear canals, and brushed teeth.
  • Bathed and dried dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments.
  • Used scissors to trim fur around the face, feet, and tail area in accordance with breed standards or customer requests.
  • Ensured safety of animals at all times by following established safety protocols.
  • Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
  • Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
  • Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
  • Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
  • Kept detailed records of services performed for each animal client.
  • Provided customers with information on proper dog grooming techniques and pet health care advice.
  • Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, blow-drying and combing during peak hours and holidays.
  • Assisted in resolving any customer complaints or concerns efficiently and professionally.
  • Researched new trends in dog grooming industry to stay up-to-date on best practices.
  • Created consistent workflows by assisting with washing, drying and folding duties.
  • Calculated payments by keeping accurate daily log of time spent with dogs, detailing activities and services provided.
  • Supervised apprentice groomers during daily operations.

Bookkeeping

Brood Trucking
Plainfield, USA
07.2020 - 01.2024
  • Managed financial records, streamlined bookkeeping processes, and optimized cash flow tracking, resulting in improved financial accuracy and reporting efficiency.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures and reconciled accounts, leading to reduced errors and enhanced financial transparency for informed decision-making.

Pet Groomer

Garner Vet Clinic
Garner, USA
09.2008 - 07.2018
  • Groomed diverse breeds, ensuring top-notch appearance and health. Implemented innovative techniques, boosting client satisfaction and repeat visits.
  • Partnered with veterinarians to address health concerns during grooming. Educated pet owners on proper at-home care, fostering long-term relationships.
  • Streamlined grooming processes, reducing wait times and increasing daily appointments.
  • Consistently met high standards, earning client trust and referrals.
  • Calmed anxious pets, creating stress-free grooming experiences.
  • Mentored junior groomers, sharing best practices and fostering team growth.

Grooming Salon Manager

Petco
Mason City, USA
03.2006 - 09.2008
  • Led grooming salon operations, optimizing staff schedules and maintaining quality standards.
  • Implemented new service offerings, resulting in substantial revenue growth.
  • Managed salon budget, reducing operational costs while improving service quality.
  • Trained and mentored new groomers, enhancing team skills and customer satisfaction.
  • Fostered a positive team environment, improving staff retention.
  • Coordinated with other departments to create cross-promotional opportunities, boosting overall store sales.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and grooming standards.
  • Maintained detailed client records, enabling personalized service and building lasting relationships.

Store Manager

Movies America
Clear Lake, USA
07.2001 - 07.2005
  • Led store operations, optimizing inventory management and driving sales growth.
  • Implemented customer-centric strategies, resulting in improved satisfaction scores.
  • Fostered a high-performing team culture through mentorship and training programs.
  • Improved employee retention and productivity through effective leadership.
  • Spearheaded store operations, driving sales growth and enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented strategic inventory management, boosting efficiency and profitability.
  • Developed and executed long-term strategies to position the store for sustained success.
  • Anticipated industry shifts, adapting operations to meet evolving customer needs.

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Team Leadership
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Inventory Management
  • Canine grooming
  • Breed-specific styling
  • Animal handling
  • Health assessment
  • Grooming equipment maintenance
  • Customer relationship management
  • Scheduling and organization
  • Salon operations management
  • Detailed communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team training
  • Quality assurance
  • Pet grooming techniques
  • Safety precautions and measures
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Customer service
  • Continuous learning attitude
  • Gentle restraint methods

Accomplishments

  • Managed financial records, streamlined bookkeeping processes, and optimized cash flow tracking, resulting in improved financial accuracy and reporting efficiency.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures and reconciled accounts, leading to reduced errors and enhanced financial transparency for informed decision-making.
  • Groomed diverse breeds, ensuring top-notch appearance and health. Implemented innovative techniques, boosting client satisfaction and repeat visits.
  • Partnered with veterinarians to address health concerns during grooming. Educated pet owners on proper at-home care, fostering long-term relationships.
  • Streamlined grooming processes, reducing wait times and increasing daily appointments.
  • Consistently met high standards, earning client trust and referrals.
  • Calmed anxious pets, creating stress-free grooming experiences. Mentored junior groomers, sharing best practices and fostering team growth.
  • Led grooming salon operations, optimizing staff schedules and maintaining quality standards. Implemented new service offerings, resulting in substantial revenue growth.
  • Managed salon budget, reducing operational costs while improving service quality.
  • Trained and mentored new groomers, enhancing team skills and customer satisfaction.
  • Fostered a positive team environment, improving staff retention. Coordinated with other departments to create cross-promotional opportunities, boosting overall store sales.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and grooming standards. Maintained detailed client records, enabling personalized service and building lasting relationships.
  • Led store operations, optimizing inventory management and driving sales growth.
  • Implemented customer-centric strategies, resulting in improved satisfaction scores.
  • Fostered a high-performing team culture through mentorship and training programs.
  • Improved employee retention and productivity through effective leadership.
  • Spearheaded store operations, driving sales growth and enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented strategic inventory management, boosting efficiency and profitability.
  • Developed and executed long-term strategies to position the store for sustained success.
  • Anticipated industry shifts, adapting operations to meet evolving customer needs.

Timeline

Dog Groomer

Mohawk Grooming
02.2025 - Current

Bookkeeping

Brood Trucking
07.2020 - 01.2024

Pet Groomer

Garner Vet Clinic
09.2008 - 07.2018

Grooming Salon Manager

Petco
03.2006 - 09.2008

Store Manager

Movies America
07.2001 - 07.2005
Michelle Brood