Megan Joyce
Asheville
Summary
Hardworking individual with 5 years of management experience across different fields including retail, food service and animal services and husbandry. Logical thinker with no fear of going outside-the-box. Well experienced in working with people and animals of all shapes and sizes.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and other common software.
Recognized for the ability to get the job done on time and within the desired parameters.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Pet Stylist
Shear N Shine
Asheville
07.2025 - Current
- Styled pets with grooming tools and techniques, enhancing their appearance and comfort.
- Communicated with pet owners to understand grooming preferences and provide tailored care instructions.
- Maintained organized workspace, upholding cleanliness and safety standards for optimal grooming environment.
- Observed pets for any skin issues or health concerns during grooming sessions.
- Attended continuing education seminars related to animal care and grooming techniques.
Professional Pet Stylist
Macon Pet's Resort and Spa
Macon
06.2022 - 07.2025
- Maintained an organized workspace, ensuring cleanliness and safety standards were met.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling for pet grooming services, ensuring optimal use of time and resources.
- Partnered with team members to improve customer service experience, leading to increased client satisfaction.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while handling animals in the salon environment.
- Observed pets during grooming sessions for signs of stress or discomfort, ensuring their well-being and comfort.
Property Manager
Cahuilla Dressage
Madison
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Managed daily operations for equestrian facilities and horse care services.
- Oversaw client relations, addressing concerns and facilitating effective communication.
- Implemented cost-cutting measures where appropriate in order to reduce overhead costs without compromising quality standards.
- Implemented budgeting practices for property expenses and resource allocation.
- Managed all maintenance requests from clients in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to ensure proper medical treatment for horses.
- Implemented safety protocols in handling and caring for horses.
- Handled horses during medical procedures as directed by veterinarians.
- Maintained records of horse health care and treatments administered.
- Purchased feed supplies from vendors at competitive prices while managing inventory levels.
Professional Pet Stylist
Petco
Lithonia
02.2017 - 02.2020
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries via phone or email, ensuring satisfaction with salon services.
- Addressed challenging pet or owner situations with professionalism, enhancing customer trust.
- Greeted customers and pets, providing information about services to facilitate informed choices.
- Completed daily cleaning tasks such as sweeping floors, washing towels and replenishing supplies.
- Groomed pets by brushing, bathing, coat fluffing, nail filing and clipping, ear cleaning and gland expression and exhibited exceptional hand-scissoring skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Social Circle High School
Social Circle, GA05-2009
Skills
- Styling techniques
- Pet grooming
- Animal handling
- Health assessment
- Safety protocols
- Client relations
- Customer service
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Record keeping
- Problem solving
Timeline
Professional Pet Stylist
Shear N Shine
07.2025 - Current
Professional Pet Stylist
Macon Pet's Resort and Spa
06.2022 - 07.2025
Property Manager
Cahuilla Dressage
03.2020 - 05.2022
Professional Pet Stylist
Petco
02.2017 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
Social Circle High School