Dog Bather

Scenthound Coral Springs, FL; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Merit-based pay increases

Paid Vacation after 1 year

Complimentary service membership

Direct career growth path

Free Crunch Fitness top tier membership

Competitive hourly base pay plus tips

Job summary

A dog grooming service is looking for a Dog Bather to provide essential grooming services. The ideal candidate is a compassionate dog lover with strong teamwork and communication skills, able to lift up to 70 pounds and work in a smoke-free environment. This role offers opportunities for career growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Strength to lift up to 70 pounds; stamina to stand for long periods.
• Reliable transportation.
• 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 nails, clean ears, brush coat, clean teeth.
• Identify dog health indicators and input them into the app.
• Work as a team to complete services.
• Ensure safety of dogs and team members at all times.

Skills

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

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Merit-based pay increases
• Paid Vacation -1 Year employment
• Complimentary service membership

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
• Free Crunch Fitness top tier 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