Dog Bather Lakeville

Scenthound Lakeville, MN; Rosemount (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer

Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

Merit-based pay increase

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

Scenthound Lakeville, MN is hiring a Dog Bather to provide efficient services for dog grooming. Responsibilities include cleaning and prepping dogs, bathing, drying, and grooming according to standards. Ideal candidates should lift up to 70 pounds, communicate effectively, and have a strong teamwork ethic. There are opportunities for advancement to positions like Groomer, with a flexible schedule and competitive pay. This position suits passionate dog lovers eager to support a healthy and clean environment for our furry friends.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Clean and prep dogs for grooming.
• Bathe, blow dry, clip nails, clean ears, and brush coat.
• Identify dog's health indicators and input into the S.C.E.N.T. Check app.
• Work in a team to complete the services ordered.
• Ensure the 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

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• 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 increase
• Complimentary service membership

About the Position

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

Position Requirements

• 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!

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 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