Professional Dog Bather - Bark Avenue Ankeny

BEST FRIENDS PET CARE INC•Ankeny, IA

20h•$15 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

The Professional Dog Bather works in a busy salon, bathing dogs of all sizes and temperaments to help them look their best. The role also includes brushing, nail trimming, and add-on services. The company is employee-owned and operated, has over 80 locations across 26 states, and has been in business for nearly 30 years. It offers opportunities for growth within the company.

Requirements

Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Must be able to frequently lift 40 pounds.
Must be able to be on their feet for eight hours per day.
Must be able to stand, walk, and climb stairs frequently.
Must be able to handle dogs on leashes.
Must be able to work around disinfectant and sanitation chemicals, animal dander, and animal excretions.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills and strong communication skills.
Must love animals and have patience when handling pets.
Must display a professional manner at all times.
High school graduate or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Experience is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

Ensure the safety, security, and well-being of each pet, handling pets skillfully and carefully and following the Safe Handling program.
Consult with customers, follow their requests, and interact with them in a warm, friendly, and professional manner.
Maintain records, including Daysheets, Worksheets, and Pet Reports, in an orderly manner.
Start shifts on time and finish pets before the promised time.
Perform grooming services to the company’s quality expectations and groom pets according to customer requests using established procedures.
Work in an organized and hygienic manner; keep the work area clear of hair and clutter and sanitize tools and compartments between pets.
Understand product purposes, use products appropriately, and follow label directions.
Help the Manager maintain inventory by reporting stock levels.
Care for equipment and tools, assist with simple maintenance, and report mechanical failures to the Manager in writing and follow up.
Coordinate with the Manager and center staff to help the salon run smoothly and maintain service and product quality.
Work well with fellow employees and follow Managers’ directives.
Maintain productivity while prioritizing safety and quality, and accept additional grooms when possible.
Mentor, guide, train, or coach less experienced Associates when qualified and requested.
Participate in Buddy Training when appropriate.
Recommend add-on services and retail products, attract new grooming customers, encourage referrals, and use provided street-marketing tools.
Perform other duties as assigned.