Pet Spa Specialist: Premium Baths & Flexible Growth

Bay Paws Pet Resort; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Free pet boarding

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee discounts

Flexible scheduling

On-the-job training

Advancement opportunities

Employee of the Month prizes

Free snacks

Job summary

Bay Paws Pet Resort is seeking a Bather / Spa Specialist to join our resort team. This hands-on role focuses on premium bathing and basic spa services, working with pets to ensure comfort, safety, and happiness during every groom.

You will collaborate with Daycare, Boarding, Enrichment, and Front Desk teams to ensure timely baths and positive experiences for every pet guest. This is a rewarding role in a pet-first environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a dog bather or grooming assistant preferred.
• Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes safely.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide full baths and spa care including shampoo, blow-out, brush-out, nail trims, ear cleaning, and teeth brushing.
• Prioritize pet safety and comfort during bath time.
• Conduct health and skin checks and report findings to owners and leads.
• Maintain clean, sanitized bath house equipment and area.
• Collaborate with daycare, boarding, enrichment, and front desk teams to ensure timely baths.

Skills

Dog bathing experience

Pet care experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

Blow dryer

Nail grinder

Grooming tools

Job description

Bay Paws Pet Resort is seeking a Bather / Spa Specialist to join our resort team. This hands-on role focuses on premium bathing and basic spa services, working with pets to ensure comfort, safety, and happiness during every groom.

You will collaborate with Daycare, Boarding, Enrichment, and Front Desk teams to ensure timely baths and positive experiences for every pet guest. This is a rewarding role in a pet-first environment.