What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Bather position at Splash and Dash Groomerie and Boutique?
Do you love this industry? Do you enjoy a fast paced work environment? Do you work best with minimal supervision? Are you someone a team can count on to be there? Then we want YOU!
We are looking for a talented Dog Bather to join our team. Applicants must be able to perform in a detailed environment and must be reliable.
Why be a Bather at Splash & Dash Prosper?
- Predictable and stable weekly income plus tips
- Team grooming approach
- Front Desk team does all customer interactions
- No phone calls interrupting your day
- All tools and equipment provided
- Ability to grow your career within the business
Requirements:
Minimum of 1 year of professional salon bathing experience required. All applicants must be dependable, detail-oriented and energetic. Ability to perform in a team-oriented environment. Must have knowledge of dog breeds and a strong ability to handle all dogs, including puppies and seniors, with patience and compassion.
Role Requirements:
- Minimum of 1 year of professional salon bathing experience required with a strong skill in hand drying, nail clipping, deshedding and slight dematting
- Ability to lift merchandise and dogs up to 50 pounds
- Interact professionally and effectively with all team members
- Learn to correctly identify breeds, coat types, tools, techniques and products
- Maintains productivity levels through established systems, standards and procedures
- Steady and accurate in all job duties
- Receptive to helpful, supportive communication with management and peers
- Utilize and care for grooming tools
- Is trainable and follows all direction to correctly wash and dry a dogs coat
- Must meet state age requirements to work
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Follow all safety procedures and company's standards of quality
- Function as part of a team on a daily basis
- Ability to use POS computer system
Health and Safety:
A bather must have the ability to correctly inspect a pet and recognize any problems. Must be able to properly report these issues in the customer database. Pet Bathers can identify the correct technique and safety procedures and apply them to ALL dogs. They must be able to safely handle animals and recognize stress events and notify the Groomer or Shop Manager.
Services:
- Bathe
- Blow dry
- Brush
- Teeth brushing
- Ear cleaning
- Facials
- Nail trimming
- Nail grinding
- Dematting
- Deshedding
Cleaning:
You will be required to correctly complete daily, weekly and monthly equipment cleaning and salon cleaning duties. You may also be required to perform additional duties as needed. Cleaning may include but is not limited to the following:
- Picking up and properly disposing pet waste
- Sanitizing soiled areas
- Cleaning kennels and tubs
- Cleaning floors and floorboards
- Cleaning lights and ceilings
- Cleaning walls, doors and glass surfaces
- Cleaning break room and bathroom
- Picking up waste and garbage around the property
- Other duties as needed
Work Environment:
Position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 50 pounds) and standing for long periods of time. A large amount of time will be spent in direct contact with the dogs, and the remaining time will be with the other salon team members and store partners. All safety precautions and procedures must be followed at all times.
Job Type: Part-Time
Pay: $13-$15/hour based on experience
Supplemental Pay Types: Tips!
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
- Ability to earn more hours and cross train into grooming tasks
Schedule:
- 4-8 hour shift
- Tuesday through Saturday weekly
- Day shift
Experience: Minimum of 1 year of professional salon bathing experience required with a strong skill in hand drying, nail clipping, deshedding and slight dematting
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Tools provided
Compensation Package:
- Hourly pay
- Tips
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Every weekend
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $15