Senior Dog BatherGroomer in Training

Scenthound San Diego, CA; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Scenthound San Diego is seeking a Senior Dog Bather to join our team. You will prep dogs for grooming, bathe, trim nails, and help lead the back-of-house.

We value detail, patient dog handling, and a path to become a Groomer or Manager. Base pay is $19-21/hour with $6-9/hour in tips, total compensation $25-30/hour, and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• 2 years of dog bathing experience, or equivalent hands-on grooming environment.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Reliable transportation to and from the worksite.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dogs for grooming according to the order ticket.
• Bathe, blow dry, clip/nail grind, clean ears, brush coat, clean teeth, express glands.
• Input health indicators into the S.C.E.N.T. Check app.

Skills

Dog bathing

Safe dog control

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Reliability

Physical stamina

Reliable transportation

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Who We Are

Scenthound is not your everyday dog grooming shop. We are a revolutionary concept focused on the dog’s overall health and wellness, not only haircuts! At Scenthound, we are a culturally driven, highly collaborative and self-motivated team that prioritizes dog and employee safety. We are personally devoted towards the development of each team member. If you share our values and want to join our growing team, we’d love to hear from you!

NORTH STAR

We remove barriers so that people can love and connect with their dogs every day.

VALUES

Dog First. One Pack. Bring Love. Seek Growth. Make A Difference.

About the Position

The Senior Dog Bather is a fundamental position at Scenthound. A successful Senior Dog Bather is resilient, perceptive, patient, adaptable, and a compassionate dog lover! They are able to meet Scenthound quality standards while training and leading the rest of the back-of-house team.

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 motived team member who wants to advance their career through our training path to become a Scenthound Groomer and/or Management!

Benefits

• A work environment where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best. Our culture is built on collaboration and respect.
• Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer position and additional management options
• Total Compensation is $25-30/hr
• Base pay is $19-21/hour. Bathers can expect $6-9/hr additional in tips.
• Flexible scheduling
• Merit-based pay increases
• Complimentary service membership

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 dog’s health indicators and input them into a S.C.E.N.T. Check app
• Responsible for training and onboarding new hires and developing bathers
• Assist others when needed to keep Scenter on schedule
• Ensure 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

• Safe 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
• 2 years of dog bathing experience (ability to perform paw and sanitary trims preferred)
• Strength to lift up to 70 pounds; stamina to stand for long periods of time
• Reliable transportation