Dog Bather: Path to Groomer & Pet-Care Pro

Scenthound Glendale, WI; Glendale (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth path

Tips included

Merit-based raises

Job summary

Scenthound Glendale, WI is seeking a Dog Bather to prepare dogs for grooming, bathe, dry, clip nails, and maintain cleanliness. You will work as part of a team to ensure services are completed on schedule in a pet-friendly environment.

The role offers an hourly wage with tips and opportunities for growth through our training path toward becoming a Scenthound Groomer, along with merit-based pay increases.

Qualifications

• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dogs for grooming according to the order ticket.
• Bathe, blow dry, clip nails, clean ears, brush coat, clean teeth, express glands.
• Identify the dog’s health indicators and input them into the SCENT Check app.
• Work on a team to complete the services ordered.
• Ask for assistance to keep the center on schedule.
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times.
• Adhere to Scenthound sanitation and cleaning practices.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Scenter Manager.

Skills

Dog Control

Effective communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Patience

Self-critique

Job description

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 50 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