Responsibilities:
- Bathing, drying, brushing and combing pets.
- Perform nail trims, ear cleaning/plucking, and anal gland expression(externally only)
-Assisting other staff members as needed
- Handle pets safely and with compassion during grooming procedures
- Maintain a clean and organized work area including but not limited to, laundry, mopping, sweeping, wiping down surfaces and keeping entire salon clean.
- Provide excellent customer service, including answering client questions and addressing concerns. Checking pets in and out and alerting owners when pets are ready to go home.
- Follow all safety protocols and ensure the well-being of the pets in your care
Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Pet Bather or in a similar role is preferred
- Knowledge of basic animal care and grooming techniques preferred
- Ability to handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments
- Strong customer service skills to interact with pet owners
- Physical ability to lift heavy dogs (up to 50 pounds) and stand for long periods of time
- Familiarity with various dog breeds and their grooming requirements is a plus
Skills:
-Willingness to learn
- Ability to handle heavy lifting
- Experience working in a grooming salon, boarding facility or veterinary environment is a plus!
- Proficiency in dog handling techniques
- Excellent customer service skills
-Strong stomach
- Knowledge of animal care best practices
- Understanding of pet care needs
- Ability to handle animals safely and confidently
Perks: -Free baths/grooming of your personal dogs on slower days -Growth opportunity for the right candidate who wants to “learn more and earn more” -Small business feel, low stress environment, employees aren’t just a “number” here -Paid major holidays, one week PTO after one year of employment, weekends off, flexible schedule Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and requirements may be subject to change based on the needs of the business. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $13.00 per hour Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week Benefits:
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Tools provided
Compensation Package:
Tips
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends
Experience:
Dog handling: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Hendersonville, NC 28792 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Hendersonville, NC 28792: Relocate before starting work (Required)