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Dog Bather / Trimmer in Training

Woodstock, GA · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Dog Bather/ Trimmer in Training $11 to $13 per hour plus tips (averaging $5 per hour) Tips ... Close at 6pm, no late evening hours * Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits available ...

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Dog Bather / Trimmer in Training

Georgia Woof Inc

Woodstock, GA • On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Dog Bather/ Trimmer in Training

$11 to $13 per hour plus tips (averaging $5 per hour)
Tips historically average about $5 per hour, resulting in expected pay of $16 to $18 per hour including tip pool.

Candidate must have experience working with dogs as a job. Ideal candidate also wants to be trained to become a full or part-time trimmer. We are willing to invest in training those candidates who desire growth.

Who We Are

Scenthound is locally owned and not your everyday dog grooming shop. We are a revolutionary concept disrupting an outdated industry, focused on the dog’s overall health and wellness, not only haircuts! Our membership-based business model allows dogs to receive routine hygiene and consistent care.
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.

NORTH STAR
We enrich the connection between people and their dogs.

OUR MISSION
To provide routine hygiene and wellness care so dogs live longer, happier lives.

VALUES
Dog First. One Pack. Bring Love. Seek Growth. Make A Difference.

About the Position

The Dog Bather is a fundamental position at Scenthound, offering high quality, 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
  • Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment
  • Previous paid work with dogs

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/Trimmer in Training is resilient, perceptive, patient, adaptable, anxious for personal growth 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 Trimmer!

With plans for multiple locations in Cherokee County, this role will work at our currently open locations in Holly Springs and Woodstock.

Tasks

  • Ensure safety of dogs and team members at all times
  • Adhere to Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices
  • Clean and prep dogs for grooming
  • 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 care ordered
  • Assist others / Ask others for assistance when needed to keep Scenter on schedule
  • 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

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly base pay, plus participation in tip pool
  • Closed Sunday (all except 2 or 3 per year due to customer demand)
  • Close at 6pm, no late evening hours
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits available, partially paid by employer, for full-time employees
  • Merit-based pay increases
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) for full-time employees
  • 4 day work week for full time employees. Part time hours also available
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Experience:

  • working with dogs professionally: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Company Description

We are the Cherokee county franchisee for Scenthound. With 165 locations nationwide, we are changing the concept of grooming to focus on routine care to keep dogs clean and healthy.