Dog Bather (Part- Time)

Destination Pet • Eden Prairie, MN

403d • $29,120 - $31,200

About The Position

The Dog Bather position at Destination Pet LLC is a part-time role focused on providing grooming services for pets, ensuring their cleanliness and comfort. The role involves direct interaction with clients and pets, requiring a friendly demeanor and a passion for animal care. The Bather will support the grooming team by handling various tasks related to bathing, drying, and maintaining the salon environment, all while adhering to the company's mission and values.

Requirements

• Must be a pet fanatic
• Professional experience working with animals is a plus
• Displays a professional manner at all times
• Ability to work under pressure while following proper procedures
• Time management skills, patience, and a positive attitude
• Ability to operate a phone and computer, and learn facility software
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Familiarity with animal behavior, body posture, and hair textures is a plus
• Ability to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectants, animal hair, and excretions
• Must frequently lift 50+ pounds
• Must be able to stand, walk, and climb stairs frequently
• Must be able to handle dogs on leashes

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with animal behavior and body posture
• Experience in a grooming or pet care environment

Responsibilities

• Answering the phone and booking appointments
• Checking in clients and understanding their needs
• Answering client questions with a friendly attitude
• Bathing, blow drying, and brushing all breeds of animals in a timely manner
• Trimming nails and brushing teeth as trained
• Assisting the groomer as needed
• Cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining the salon between pets and at the end of each shift
• Handling laundry
• Taking dogs outside for bathroom breaks
• Keeping the receptionist informed about pets ready for pick-up

Benefits

• Part-time health insurance
• Part-time mental health support
• Part-time telehealth services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Personal and Laundry Services
• Education Level: High school or GED