Wild Dog Grooming Salon Manager Fremont, CA · Full time

Wild Dog Grooming Salon Manager Position Overview: WDG is seeking a motivated, compassionate, and driven Salon Manager to lead our grooming professionals and ensure operational excellence. This leadership role requires a proactive and supportive approach to staff management, customer service, and business development. The ideal candidate will embody the vision and values of Wild Dog Grooming while ensuring compliance with California labor laws, workplace safety standards, and ethical business practices.

Description

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:


  • Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
  • Recruit, select, and onboard new team members following California employment law and company hiring practices.
  • Staff Leadership & Performance Management
  • Support, oversee, and evaluate grooming professionals and support staff; conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing mentorship.
  • Culture & Team Morale
  • Motivate, uplift, and inspire staff while maintaining a healthy, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture aligned with Wild Dog Grooming’s mission and values.
  • Strategic Alignment
  • Ensure individual staff goals align with salon-wide strategic objectives; track progress toward key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Quality Assurance
  • Conduct routine evaluations to uphold service standards, cleanliness, and safety protocols.
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Handle customer and employee concerns with professionalism, confidentiality, and fairness.
  • Vendor Relations
  • Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure quality, timely inventory restocks, and favorable terms.
  • Inventory Management
  • Track and manage inventory levels; forecast supply needs and place timely orders.
  • Data & Reporting
  • Monitor salon performance metrics and generate weekly/monthly reports on team productivity and salon profitability for review with the general manager and leadership team.
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Stay informed of federal, state, and local regulatory updates (e.g., OSHA, Cal/OSHA, CA Dept. of Public Health) and ensure salon operations remain in compliance at all times.
  • Scheduling & Staffing
  • Strategically plan work schedules and adjust staffing levels to meet operational needs and ensure adequate coverage during peak hours.

Employee Benefits Include:

  1. Competitive hourly wage or salary (based on experience)
  2. Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave (following California Labor Code)
  3. Opportunities for continuing education, certifications, and professional development
  4. Pet grooming discounts and access to wellness perks

How to Apply:

To join the Wild Dog Grooming family, please submit the following:


  • Your updated resume
  • A portfolio of your grooming work (optional but encouraged)
  • Apply online through [Insert Website or Application Link]
  • Or contact Elisabeth, Owner of Wild Dog Grooming, directly at [Insert Contact Info]




Salary

$18 - $30 per hour