Experienced Dog Bather

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

About the Scenthound: Forget everything you think you know about dog grooming. We are a wellness-focused dog care concept. Our goal is to help dogs live longer healthier lives. All dogs need routine care, but the majority of dogs don’t need a haircut, and many don’t need a blow-dry.

Our objective is to educate dog parents on the importance of basic hygiene and routine grooming. We focus on the five core areas that all dogs need care: Skin, Coat, Ears, Nails, Teeth (it's in the name).
About the Position:  The Dog Bather (Scent Tech) is a fundamental position at Scenthound, offering 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

Who We Are Looking For:We are searching for an experinced and 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! 

Tasks:

• 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
• Clean and/ or prep dogs for grooming, according to the order ticket
• 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

Perks and Benefits:

• Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer position and additional options (Front Desk, Ass. Manager, Manager) if desired
• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
• Merit-based pay increases
• Complimentary service membership

Two Locations in Houston 4850 Beechnut Street Houston, TX 770962621 S. Shepherd Drive Houston, TX 77098

Compensation: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour