Dog Bather Groomer in Training

Scenthound; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Direct career growth path to Dog Groom

Merit-based pay increases

Job summary

Scenthound is seeking a Dog Bather to perform bathing and prep work for grooming in a fast-paced environment. You will bathe and care for dogs, maintain cleanliness, and support the grooming team to ensure every dog looks and feels its best.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, patient, and enthusiastic about learning. This role offers training paths toward becoming a Scenthound Groomer and advancement opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience with dogs and basic grooming concepts is a plus.
• Strong communication with teammates and caretakers.
• Ability to manage time and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prep dogs for grooming according to the order ticket.
• Bathe, blow dry, clip/grind nails, clean ears, brush coat, express glands.
• Identify health indicators and record them in the app.
• Work with a team to complete services as ordered.
• Assist others to keep the schedule on track.
• Ensure safety of dogs and team members at all times.
• Follow sanitary and cleaning practices.

Skills

Dog control

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Patience

Self-critique

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• 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
• 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