Dog Bather with Grooming Growth Opportunity

Barkaritaville Pet Resort; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee pet discounts

Paid training and grooming educationOp

Opportunities for advancement

Flexible scheduling

PTO / Paid time off (if applicable)

Tips after training is complete

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Barkaritaville Pet Resort in San Antonio, TX, is hiring a Dog Bather to join our grooming team. This hands-on role involves bathing, brushing, nail trimming, and ensuring pet comfort in a fast-paced environment. Training is available for motivated individuals with strong animal-handling skills.

The position offers flexible shifts, opportunities for growth through grooming education, and a supportive team atmosphere, with pay at $14.00–$16.00 per hour plus tips based on experience.

Qualifications

• Dog bathing experience preferred
• Ability to safely handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments
• Physically active environment
• Reliable, punctual attendance
• Positive attitude and teamwork
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn grooming software
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Responsibilities

• Bathe, brush, and blow-dry dogs of all breeds and sizes
• Prepare coats for grooming services
• Safely trim nails and clean ears
• Gently detangle and dematt coats while prioritizing pet comfort
• Safely handle dogs with varying temperaments and energy levels
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of grooming areas and equipment
• Launder and organize towels and grooming supplies
• Walk dogs and clean up after pets as needed
• Print and manage grooming worksheets using company software
• Support a positive experience for both pets and clients

Job description

Hiring Immediately! Love animals? Join Barkaritaville Pet Resort in San Antonio, TX - Dog Bather, $14-hr plus tips, flexible shifts!

About Barkaritaville

At Barkaritaville Pet Resort, we're more than a pet resort-we're a second home for pets and a trusted partner for pet parents. We take pride in maintaining a clean, safe, and low-stress environment where every pet is treated like family and every team member is valued.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dependable, compassionate, and detail-oriented Dog Bather to join our grooming team at Barkaritaville Pet Resort. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working hands-on with dogs, takes pride in quality work, and thrives in a fast-paced pet care environment.

Dog bathing experience is preferred, but we are willing to train motivated individuals with strong animal-handling skills and a positive attitude.

This role includes bathing, blow drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, coat preparation, and maintaining pet comfort and safety throughout the grooming process. Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential, as appointments are scheduled weeks in advance.

For team members interested in advancing their career, opportunities for grooming education and hands-on grooming training may be available.

Responsibilities

• Bathe, brush, and blow-dry dogs of all breeds and sizes
• Prepare coats for grooming services
• Safely trim nails and clean ears
• Gently de-tangle and de-matt coats while prioritizing pet comfort
• Safely handle dogs with varying temperaments and energy levels
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of grooming areas and equipment
• Launder and organize towels and grooming supplies
• Walk dogs and clean up after pets as needed
• Print and manage grooming worksheets using company software
• Support a positive experience for both pets and clients

Qualifications

• Dog bathing or professional animal handling experience preferred
• Ability to safely handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments
• Comfortable working in a physically active environment
• Strong reliability, punctuality, and attendance record
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
• Passion for animal care and pet wellness
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn grooming software
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Pay Range

$14.00- 16.00 per hour (based on experience) + Tips

Benefits

• Employee pet discounts
• Paid training and grooming education opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement
• Flexible scheduling
• PTO / Paid time off (if applicable)
• Tips after training is complete
• Supportive team environment

Schedule Options

• Full-Time: 30-35 hours per week
• Part-Time: 20-30 hours per week
• Shifts Hours:
• 7:00AM - 6:30PM
• 7:00AM - 1:00PM
• 12:00PM - 6:30PM

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate genuinely enjoys working with animals and people, stays calm under pressure, and understands the importance of patience, gentle handling, and consistency in pet care. We value team members who help create a welcoming, professional, and positive environment for clients, pets, and coworkers alike.

Salary: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour