Bather - Culver City

Bowie Barker; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, and 401K

Employee discounts on products and services

Ongoing training and professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A modern dog grooming service in Culver City is searching for experienced Dog Bathers to ensure every pup leaves clean and happy. Responsibilities include performing bathing services, maintaining a safe and calm environment, and communicating effectively with clients. Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of professional experience and a genuine love for dogs. We offer competitive pay, tips, and a supportive team atmosphere. Join us and make every dog feel their best!

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of professional dog bathing experience.
• Passion for dogs and delivering excellent care.
• Strong understanding of coat types and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform bathing services from start to finish including grooming tasks.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for dogs and teammates.
• Communicate with clients to ensure satisfaction and upsells.

Skills

Professional dog bathing experience

Dog handling

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Attention to safety practices

Job description

About Bowie Barker

Dogs make us happy, and we want to return that love by keeping them just as happy and healthy. That’s why we started Bowie Barker — a modern dog bath and barber reimagining what grooming can be.

At Bowie, we’re bringing style and simplicity to the grooming world with a clean, elevated space and an easy app‑based booking system. Whether pet parents pop in for a DIY wash or trust our skilled grooming pros for a full‑service experience, we make every visit stress‑free, safe, and full of tail wags.

We’re proud to be growing a passionate team that shares our mission to make every dog look and feel their best — and every pet parent’s life a little easier.

About the Role

We’re looking for experienced Dog Bathers to join our Culver City location and play a key role in shaping the future of the Bowie Barker brand. This position is ideal for someone who loves dogs, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and takes pride in delivering exceptional care and results. You’ll work closely with our grooming team to ensure every pup leaves clean, happy, and ready for their close‑up — while maintaining the highest standards of safety, communication, and service.

Responsibilities

• Perform all bathing services from start to finish: bathing, brushing, drying, nail clipping, and dematting
• Maintain a clean, calm, and safe work environment for dogs and teammates
• Ensuring the physical safety of team members and dogs throughout service
• Communicate with clients to understand preferences, ensure satisfaction, and provide educated upsells of our add‑ons and products that benefit their pup and enhance their overall experience
• Deliver excellent service that makes every client and pup leave happy
• Work efficiently and confidently, bathing 7–10 dogs per day while maintaining Bowie standards of care and quality
• Support overall shop operations and assist with daily tasks as needed
• This position may involve additional duties as necessary to maintain operational efficiency and security

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of professional dog bathing experience
• Must have a passion for dogs and a genuine love for what you do
• Strong understanding of dog handling, coat types, and safety practices
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Able to stand for long hours (no heavy lifting — all tubs have walk‑up ramps and tables are hydraulic!)
• Someone who’s always looking to elevate their skills and grow with the brand
• Flexible and eager to learn the Bowie standard systems and processes, including safety protocols, quality expectations, service timing, and overall flow
• A positive, reliable, and coachable attitude — we care as much about mindset and consistency as we do about technical skill

Hourly Rate

$19.00–$20.00/hour + Tips (based on experience)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, and 401K
• Employee discounts on all products and services
• Ongoing training, including opportunities for trim training and professional growth
• Work with a kind, supportive team that truly loves what they do

Our Commitment

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, safe environment for all employees and clients. The Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.