Part Time Dog Bather

Scenthound; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Dog Bather, where your love for dogs meets a fulfilling career path! In this essential role, you will provide top-notch grooming services while ensuring the health and safety of our furry clients. With opportunities for advancement to positions like Dog Groomer and Assistant Manager, your passion for pet care can lead to a rewarding journey. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team environment that values your growth. If you're detail-oriented, adaptable, and eager to make a difference in the lives of dogs, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Merit-based pay increases

Paid Vacation

Complimentary service membership

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prep dogs for grooming according to the order ticket.
• Bathe, blow dry, and clip/grind nails; ensure dog safety.

Skills

Dog Control

Effective communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Patience

Self-critique

Job description

Benefits

• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Perks And Benefits

• Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer position and additional options (Front Desk, Assistant Manager, Manager)
• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits
• Merit-based pay increases
• Paid Vacation
• Complimentary service membership

About The Position

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

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

Compensation: $16.00 per hour