Who We Are:
Located in Huntington Beach, Scenthound is 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 We are a revolutionary concept disrupting an outdated industry, focused on the dog’s overall health and wellness, not only haircuts!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 maintenance 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.
Perks and Benefits:
- Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer position and additional options (Front Desk, Asst. Manager, Manager)
- Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
- *Base pay is $17.00-$19.00 an hour. It's more than reasonable to expect a minimum of $7.00-$8.50+ per hour worked in tips.*
- *Opportunity for base pay increase/raise after 3 months of employment, contingent on performance*
- Merit-based pay increases
- Bring your own dog in on days off to give services.
About the Position:
The Dog Bather is a fundamental position at Scenthound, offering quick and efficient services that meet Scenthound's standards
This position requires:
- Strength to lift up to 45 pounds; stamina to stand for long periods of time
- Reliable transportation
- Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment
- Great attitude and willingness to work with a 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 motivated team member who wants to advance their career through our training path to become a Scenthound Groomer!
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 the dog’s health indicators and input them into a S.C.E.N.T. Check app
- 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
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Huntington Beach, CA 92648 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Huntington Beach, CA 92648: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person