Job Description

Responsive recruiter Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Who We Are Scenthound is not your everyday dog grooming shop. We are a revolutionary concept focused on the dog’s overall health and wellness, not only haircuts! At Scenthound, we are a culturally driven, highly collaborative and self-motivated team that prioritizes dog and employee safety. We are personally devoted towards the development of each team member. If you share our values and want to join our growing team, we’d love to hear from you! NORTH STAR We remove barriers so that people can love and connect with their dogs every day. VALUES Dog First. One Pack. Bring Love. Seek Growth. Make A Difference.   About the Position The Senior Dog Bather is a fundamental position at Scenthound. A successful Senior Dog Bather is resilient, perceptive, patient, adaptable, and a compassionate dog lover! They are able to meet Scenthound quality standards while training and leading the rest of the back-of-house team.   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 motived team member who wants to advance their career through our training path to become a Scenthound Groomer and/or Management!   Benefits 

• A work environment where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best. Our culture is built on collaboration and respect. 
• Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer position and additional management options 
• Total Compensation is $25-30/hr  
• Base pay is $19-21/hour. Bathers can expect $6-9/hr additional in tips.  
• Flexible scheduling 
• Merit-based pay increases 
• Complimentary service membership 

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 dog’s health indicators and input them into a S.C.E.N.T. Check app 
• Responsible for training and onboarding new hires and developing bathers 
• Assist others 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 

  Skills and Abilities 

• Safe 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 
• 2 years of dog bathing experience (ability to perform paw and sanitary trims preferred) 
• Strength to lift up to 70 pounds; stamina to stand for long periods of time 
• Reliable transportation 

Compensation: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour