Dog BatherTrimmer in Training

Scenthound Fort Lauderdale, FL; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Direct career growth path to Dog Groom

Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

Job summary

Scenthound is seeking a Dog Bather to prepare dogs for grooming and provide gentle bathing, drying, and basic coat care in a fast-paced retail setting.

You will work with a cooperative team to ensure each dog is cleaned safely and efficiently, while learning how to advance toward Groomer roles via our training path. This on-site role emphasizes cleanliness, safety, and compassion for pets.

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/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

Dog Control

Effective communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Patience

Self-critique and standards

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer position and additional options (Front Desk, Ass. Manager, Manager)
• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

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