Dog Bather

Scenthound Jacksonville Glen Kernan, FL; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Training & development

Career growth path to Dog Groomer

Job summary

Scenthound Jacksonville Glen Kernan, FL is seeking a Dog Bather to deliver quick, high-quality bathing and prep services for our canine clients. This role supports grooming pipelines and emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and client communication.

The position offers opportunities for growth along our training path toward becoming a Scenthound Groomer, with competitive hourly base pay plus tips and benefits including insurance options and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Hands-on dog handling and bathing skills.
• Strong communication with team and dog owners.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to cleanliness and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Clean and/or prep dogs for grooming according to the order ticket.
• Bathe, blow dry, clip/grind nails, clean ears, brush coat, clean teeth, express glands.
• Identify dogs’ health indicators and input in the S.C.E.N.T. Check app.
• Work on a team to complete the services ordered.
• Ask for assistance to keep the schedule on track.
• Ensure safety of dogs and team members at all times.
• Adhere to sanitary and cleaning practices.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Scenter Manager.

Skills

Dog Control

Effective communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Patience

Self-critique and standards

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Perks and Benefits:

• Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer position and additional options (Front Desk, Ass. Manager, Manager)
• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits
• Merit-based pay increases
• Paid Vacation
• Complimentary service membership

About the Position:

The Dog Bather is a fundamental position at Scenthound, offering quick and efficient services that meet Scenthound

This position requires:

• Strength to lift up to 70 pounds; stamina to stand for long periods of time
• Reliable transportation
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment

Who We Are Looking For:

We are searching for a detail-oriented team member who has a passion for keeping dogs clean and healthy! A successful Dog Bather is resilient, perceptive, patient, adaptable, and a compassionate dog lover! We are looking for a motivated team member who wants to advance their career through our training path to become a Scenthound Groomer!

Tasks:

• Clean and/ or prep dogs for grooming, according to the order ticket
• Bathe, blow dry, clip/ grind nails, clean ears, brush coat, clean teeth, express glands
• Identify the dog’s health indicators and input them into a S.C.E.N.T. Check app
• Work on a team to complete the services ordered
• Assist others/ Ask others for assistance when needed to keep Scenter on schedule
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times
• Adhere to Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Scenter Manager

Skills and Abilities:

• Dog Control
• Effective communication with team members and dog parents
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Time-management
• Patience
• Ability to self-critique; hold oneself and others to Scenthound standards