Job Description

Jumpstart Your Grooming Career at Scenthound

Are you passionate about dogs and ready to build a hands-on career in pet care? Scenthound is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented team member to join us as a Dog Bather Groomer Apprentice. This is more than a job it's your entry point into a rewarding career with a clear path to becoming a professional groomer.

What You'll Get:

• Hands-on training and a clear path to becoming a professional groomer
• Competitive hourly pay plus tips, with room to grow through merit-based raises
• Free wellness membership for your dog we take care of your pup, too!
• A supportive, dog-loving team that treats you like family
• Daily work that matters helping dogs stay clean, healthy, and happy
• Real career growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding company

What You'll Do:

• Clean and prep dogs for grooming services (bath, nail care, ear cleaning, teeth brushing, gland expression)
• Perform wellness checks and record key indicators using our SCENT Check system
• Handle dogs safely and gently, making sure they feel comfortable and secure
• Work as part of a team to keep services on schedule
• Maintain a clean, sanitary work environment
• Pitch in wherever needed to keep the Scenter running smoothly

Who You Are:

• A dog lover with patience, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic
• Comfortable lifting dogs (up to 70 lbs) and being on your feet for long periods
• A great teammate who communicates well and supports others
• Eager to learn, take feedback, and grow into a professional grooming role
• Reliable and punctual with dependable transportation

Skills That Set You Apart:

• Experience handling dogs (in work, volunteer, or personal settings)
• Comfort with physical tasks and multitasking in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to ask for help or offer support to keep the team on track
• Ability to self-assess and maintain high grooming standards

About Scenthound:

Scenthound is a wellness-focused dog grooming franchise on a mission to keep dogs clean, healthy, and happy. We go beyond the typical grooming experience by offering routine, preventive care that focuses on the five core areas of dog health: Skin, Coat, Ears, Nails, and Teeth (SCENT). Our membership model makes it easy for pet parents to stay on top of their dog's routine care with consistent, high-quality services at an affordable price.

At Scenthound, we're passionate about creating a stress-free, inclusive environment for both dogs and their humans. We believe every dog regardless of breed or coat type deserves to live their best life. Our team members are dog lovers first and foremost, and we're building a supportive, people-first culture that provides real training and career growth opportunities.

With locations across the country and more opening every month, Scenthound is leading a movement to change the way people think about dog grooming and we're just getting started.

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