Dog Bather Groomer in Training
About The Position
The Dog Bather is a fundamental position at Scenthound, providing quick and efficient services. The role involves cleaning and preparing dogs for grooming, performing bathing and basic hygiene services, and identifying dogs’ health indicators. The successful candidate is a detail-oriented, resilient, perceptive, patient, adaptable, and compassionate dog lover who is motivated to advance through the training path to become a Scenthound Groomer. The position offers a direct career growth path to Dog Groomer, with additional options including Front Desk, Assistant Manager, and Manager.
Requirements
- Strength to lift up to 70 pounds and stamina to stand for long periods.
- Reliable transportation.
- Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.
- Dog control skills.
- Effective communication with team members and dog parents.
- Teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Time-management skills.
- Patience.
- Ability to self-critique and hold oneself and others to Scenthound standards.
- Passion for keeping dogs clean and healthy.
Responsibilities
- Clean and/or prepare dogs for grooming according to the order ticket.
- Bathe and blow-dry dogs; clip or grind nails; clean ears; brush coats; clean teeth; and express glands.
- Identify dogs’ health indicators and enter them into the S.C.E.N.T. Check app.
- Work with the team to complete ordered services.
- Assist others or ask for assistance as needed to keep the Scenter on schedule.
- Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times.
- Follow Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices.
- Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Scenter Manager.
Benefits
- Free uniforms
- Paid time off
- Training and development
- Employee discounts
- Competitive hourly base pay plus tips
- Merit-based pay increases
- Paid vacation
- Complimentary service membership
- Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer and additional options including Front Desk, Assistant Manager, and Manager
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
