Apprentice Dog Bather - Must Love Dogs

Description

Apprentice Bather

Manhattan Beach

Full-Time

$18.50/hr

Purrr-ks & Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Discounted pet insurance

Amazing discounts on all products and services

Free small dog daycare (not available at all locations)

Paid time off

Working with dogs every day

Healthy Spot Seeks Apprentice Dog Bather Extraordinaire!

Are you a dog lover with a passion for pampering pooches? Do you have a keen eye for canine cleanliness and comfort? If so, leap into an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Dog Bather Extraordinaire! At Healthy Spot, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, comprehensive bathing services that leave our furry clients feeling fabulous from snout to tail!

What You'll Do:

Transform Dirty Dogs into Dazzling Divas: Bathe, dry, clip nails, express anal glands, clean ears, and detangle fur to perfection.

Be a Canine Connoisseur: Conduct thorough needs assessments, evaluating each dog's eyes, ears, nails, teeth, coat, and skin, and recommend additional pampering services or products.

Communication Wizardry: Clearly communicate service fees and convey the value of our add-ons, ensuring pet parents are well-informed.

Prioritize & Organize: Manage your furry clients according to their needs, ensuring those with extra grooming appointments get the VIP treatment.

Spotless Sanctuary Keeper: Maintain a pristine bathing area by sanitizing and vacuuming, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all.

Greet & Treat: Welcome each dog and their human by name, providing an estimated pick-up time and showcasing our GOT HEART customer service philosophy.

Detail Dynamo: Ensure all kennel cards are meticulously filled out with any special notes, health concerns, or specific customer requests.

Hydration Hero: Keep our canine clients well-hydrated and ensure they're walked regularly, monitoring for any signs of stress.

Safety Champion: Respond to any personnel or dog injuries with prompt care, ensuring a safe salon experience for everyone.

What Makes You a Perfect Match:

You have a genuine love for dogs and an eagerness to learn all about their care.

You're a people person, ready to engage with pet parents and share your knowledge.

Detail-oriented, you never miss a beat whether it's health concerns or specific service requests.

You thrive in dynamic environments, adapting to changing priorities with ease.

Previous experience in pet care or grooming is a plus, but not required.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a passionate team that treats every dog like royalty.

Enjoy a fun, supportive workplace where every day is a new adventure.

Opportunities for growth and learning in pet care and grooming.

Make a difference in the lives of dogs and their families every single day.

Healthy Spot is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and our four-legged clients. Join us in making the world a cleaner, happier place for pets, one bath at a time!

The pay rate as an Apprentice starts at $18.50/hr, with pay raises (and tips) at each new level of the program.

** Required availability is Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

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*Healthy Spot considers qualified applicants with criminal histories.*