Dog Bather/Groomer in Training
About The Position
The Dog Bather is a fundamental position at Scenthound, offering quick and efficient services that meet Scenthound standards. This position requires strength to lift up to 70 pounds, stamina to stand for long periods of time, reliable transportation, and a willingness to work in a smoke-free environment. 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 motivated team member who wants to advance their career through our training path to become a Scenthound Groomer!
Requirements
- Strength to lift up to 70 pounds
- Stamina to stand for long periods of time
- Reliable transportation
- Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment
- Detail-oriented
- Passion for keeping dogs clean and healthy
- Resilient
- Perceptive
- Patient
- Adaptable
- Compassionate dog lover
- Motivated team member
- 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
Nice To Haves
- Wants to advance their career through our training path to become a Scenthound Groomer
Responsibilities
- 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
- Work on a team to complete the services ordered
- Assist others/Ask others for assistance 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
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Company parties
- Employee discounts
- Free food & snacks
- Free uniforms
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer position and additional options (Front Desk, Asst. Manager, Manager)
- Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
- Total Compensation $23-27/hr
- Base pay is $17.00 - $20.00 an hour. Bathers can expect $6.00-$7.00 additional an hour in tips.
- Opportunity for base pay increase/raise after 3 months of employment, contingent on performance
- Merit-based pay increases
- Complimentary service membership
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
