Job Description

Who We Are:


Located in Carmel Valley, Scenthound is not your everyday dog grooming shop. At Scenthound, we are a culture-driven, highly collaborative team that prioritizes dog and employee safety. Through our North Star and values, we inspire the dog-human connection by helping dog parents maintain clean, healthy dogs.
 
Perks and Benefits:

• Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer position and additional options (Front Desk, Ass. Manager, Manager)
• Total Compensation $23.25-28/hr 
  • Base pay is $17.25 - $20.00 an hour. Bathers can expect $6.00-$8.00 additional an hour in tips.
• Opportunity for base pay increase/raise after 3 months of employment, contingent on performance
• Complimentary service membership

About the Position: The Dog Bather is a fundamental position at Scenthound, offering quick and efficient services that meet Scenthound  This position requires:

• 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

Who We Are Looking For: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!

Tasks:

• 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 the 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 the 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

Skills and Abilities:

• 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

Compensation: $23.25 - $28.00 per hour