Part-Time Dog Bather / Grooming Career Opportunities Coon Rapids, MN

Part-Time Dog Bather / Grooming Career Opportunities

Part Time • Coon Rapids, MN
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Benefits:
  • Employee discounts
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development

🐾 Join Our Pack at Scenthound!

Part-Time Dog Bather | Grooming Career Opportunities

Love dogs? Enjoy staying active? Want to turn your love for pups into a career? We’d love to meet you!

At Scenthound, we’re passionate about improving the health and wellness of dogs through routine hygiene care. We’re looking for a dependable, patient, and enthusiastic Dog Bather who wants to help dogs look and feel their best!

As a Dog Bather, you’ll be an important part of our team, providing essential hygiene services while learning hands-on skills in dog care and grooming. No two days are exactly alike, and you’ll have the opportunity to work with different dogs, build your skills, and learn from an experienced team.

Looking to become a Dog Groomer? This is a great place to start! We offer a training path for motivated team members who want to develop their skills and grow into grooming and future leadership opportunities.

🎉 Perks & Benefits

  • Career Growth Opportunities: Follow a training path toward becoming a Dog Groomer, with additional opportunities to grow into Front Desk, Assistant Manager, Manager, and other roles.

  • Competitive Pay: Hourly base pay, plus tips.

  • Free Membership: Complimentary Scenthound service membership for your pup!

  • Hands-On Training: Learn dog handling, hygiene services, and grooming skills while working alongside an experienced team.

  • Make a Difference: Help dogs stay clean, comfortable, and healthy through routine care.

🐶 About the Position

We’re looking for a part-time Dog Bather who enjoys working with dogs, staying active, and being part of a team!

At Scenthound, dog bathing is about more than getting a pup clean. Our team provides routine hygiene services that support each dog's comfort and well-being while making coat maintenance easier for dog parents.

As a Dog Bather, you’ll learn to safely handle dogs, perform essential hygiene services, recognize potential health concerns, and work efficiently with your teammates to create a positive experience for every pup.

This is a hands-on position that requires patience, attention to detail, physical stamina, and a willingness to learn. If you’re motivated, dependable, and excited to build a future working with dogs, we’ll help you develop the skills to succeed!

What You'll Need

  • The ability to safely lift up to 70 pounds and stand for extended periods.

  • Reliable transportation.

  • Availability to work weekends.

  • Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

  • A positive attitude and a willingness to learn!

⭐ Who We're Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about dogs, takes pride in doing things right, and wants to keep learning.

Our ideal team member is:

  • A Dog Lover: You genuinely care about dogs and want them to feel safe and comfortable.

  • Detail-Oriented: You notice the little things and take pride in providing thorough, quality care.

  • Patient & Compassionate: You understand that every dog is different and treat each one with kindness.

  • Dependable: You show up ready to work and follow through on your responsibilities.

  • A Team Player: You communicate with coworkers, offer help when needed, and aren't afraid to ask questions.

  • Adaptable: You can adjust to different dogs, situations, and daily priorities.

  • Growth-Minded: You’re excited to learn new skills and work toward becoming a groomer or exploring other career opportunities at Scenthound.

🛁 What You'll Do

Dog Care & Hygiene Services

  • Bathe and prepare dogs for their scheduled services according to their order tickets.

  • Perform routine hygiene services, including blow-drying, brushing, nail clipping or grinding, ear cleaning, teeth brushing, and gland expression when appropriate and within training and safety guidelines.

  • Complete S.C.E.N.T. Checks by observing and recording relevant health indicators in the app.

  • Help maintain clean, comfortable, and manageable coats that support dogs’ hygiene and make at-home care easier for their parents.

  • Handle dogs safely and compassionately throughout every appointment.

Teamwork & Daily Operations

  • Work collaboratively with bathers and groomers to complete scheduled services.

  • Follow service instructions and communicate important observations to the appropriate team members.

  • Recognize when you need assistance and ask for help to keep dogs safe and appointments on schedule.

  • Help maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workspace.

  • Follow Scenthound’s safety, sanitation, and cleaning procedures.

  • Complete additional tasks as assigned by the Scenter Manager.

💪 Skills That Will Help You Succeed

  • Safe and confident dog-handling skills, with a willingness to learn and improve.

  • Strong communication with team members and dog parents.

  • Teamwork and collaboration.

  • Problem-solving and adaptability.

  • Attention to detail.

  • Time management and the ability to work efficiently.

  • Patience and compassion when working with dogs of different temperaments.

  • The ability to accept feedback, evaluate your own work, and maintain Scenthound’s standards.

  • A positive attitude and a commitment to learning.

🚀 Ready to Start Your Career With Dogs?

If you love dogs, enjoy hands-on work, and want an opportunity to learn, grow, and build a career, we’d love to meet you!

Start as a Dog Bather, develop valuable skills, and work toward your next opportunity with Scenthound. Your future could be more than a job—it could be the beginning of a rewarding career helping dogs feel their best. 🐾
Compensation: $13.00 - $18.00 per hour




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We advocate for the health and well-being of dogs.
We are one team with one mission. We trust, respect and support one another.
We bring good energy to our work.
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In-house training, clear career path, attainable advancement.