Dog Bather

Scenthound; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct career growth path to Dog Groom

Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

Merit-based pay increases

Employee discounts

Job summary

Scenthound is seeking a Dog Bather to join our team in a fast-paced grooming environment. This role offers a direct career growth path to Dog Groomer and additional options (Front Desk, Assistant Manager, Manager) with Merit-based pay increases and employee discounts.

As a Dog Bather you will bathe, prep, and assist with grooming, identify health indicators, and ensure safety and sanitation. The position requires lifting up to 70 pounds, reliable transportation, and a smoke-free workplace.

Qualifications

• Lift up to 70 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

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 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

Dog Control

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Patience

Self-critique & standards

Job description

Benefits:

• Opportunity for advancement
• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts

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
• Merit-based pay increases

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