Bather

Destination Pet, LLC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Destination Pet is hiring a Bather at Shag Bark Pet Retreat and Spa. The role involves hands-on care for dogs in a pet grooming salon, including bathing, drying, brushing, and preparing pets for grooming appointments. The Bather also supports groomers and the front desk, helps maintain a clean and sanitized salon, and provides attentive care to pets throughout their visit. Animal experience is helpful but not required, as training is available.

Requirements

• A love of animals and a calm manner when working with dogs.
• Time-management skills, patience, and a positive attitude.
• Reliability and coachability.
• Ability to work independently or as part of the grooming team.
• Comfort using phones, computers, and facility software.
• Ability to lift more than 50 pounds.
• Ability to remain on one's feet for the duration of a shift.
• Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs frequently.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Comfort working around cleaning supplies, pet hair, and animal accidents.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with animals; training is available for the right candidate.
• Familiarity with animal behavior, coat types, or grooming preparation.

Responsibilities

• Bathe dogs of all sizes, breeds, and personalities with kindness and care.
• Blow dry, brush, and prepare dogs for grooming appointments.
• Trim nails and brush teeth after training.
• Assist groomers with tasks such as holding, fetching, and fluffing.
• Take dogs outside for potty breaks.
• Keep the salon clean, sanitized, and ready for guests.
• Wash and organize towels.
• Notify the front desk when pets are ready to go home.
• Help with check-ins or phone calls when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Telehealth
• 401(k)
• Pet insurance
• Access to earned wages through DailyPay
• Tips

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed