Bather (Flexible Working Hours)

Destination Pet, LLC

1d•$16 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Destination Pet is seeking a Bather to join their team at Barkefeller's South. This role involves bathing dogs of all sizes and breeds, blow drying, brushing, and prepping them for grooming appointments. The Bather will also assist groomers, take dogs out for potty breaks, maintain salon cleanliness, and help with check-ins or phone calls when needed. The company emphasizes a team-oriented, pet-obsessed culture focused on elevating the lives of pet families.

Requirements

Must be able to lift 50+ lbs.
Availability on evenings, weekends, and holidays required.
Must be able to be on feet for the duration of your shift.
Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs frequently.
Comfortable using phones, computers, and facility software.
Time management, patience, and a positive attitude are a must.
Reliable, coachable, and able to work independently or as part of the grooming team.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with animals is a plus but not required—we’ll train the right human.
Familiarity with animal behavior, coat types, or grooming prep is a bonus.

Responsibilities

Bathing dogs of all sizes, breeds, and personalities—with kindness and care.
Blow drying, brushing, and prepping pups for their grooming appointments.
Trimming nails and brushing teeth (after training).
Assisting groomers with whatever they need—holding, fetching, fluffing.
Taking dogs outside for potty breaks.
Keeping the salon clean, sanitized, and guest ready.
Keeping towels washed, stacked, and ready to be immediately unstacked by post-bath zoomies.
Notifying the front desk when pups are fresh and ready to go home.
Helping with check-ins or phone calls when needed— teamwork makes the groom work.
Other duties as assigned