Join the Hungry Hound Family: Where Every Day is a Tail-Wagging Adventure!
Are you an animal lover looking for a fun, family-oriented job? Do you have a gentle touch and a big heart for our furry friends? Look no further! Hungry Hound is on the lookout for energetic, hard-working individuals to join our team as grooming assistants. This is not just a job; it’s a chance to be part of a community that loves dogs as much as you do!
About Us:
At Hungry Hound Boutique & Grooming, we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a family dedicated to making every pup look and feel their best. Our passion for natural products and top-notch grooming services is matched only by our love for dogs. Join us and become part of a team that believes in treating every dog with the compassion they deserve.
Your Role:
As a grooming assistant at Hungry Hound, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring our furry clients are clean, happy, and comfortable. Here’s what your day will look like:
- Perfect Baths: Bathing each pup thoroughly until their fur is squeaky clean.
- Fluffy Drying: Making sure every dog is 100% dry and looking fabulous.
- Pampering Details: Trimming and filing nails, cleaning ears, and brushing teeth.
- Extra TLC: Offering special add-on services like de-shedding, facials, and deep conditioning treatments.
- Salon Support: Helping our groomers and keeping the salon spotless.
- Customer Care: Communicating with dog owners to understand their needs and provide exceptional service with a smile.
Requirements:
- Experience: At least one year of prior bathing experience in a salon.
- Gentle Touch: Kindness and care with all breeds and temperaments.
- Friendly Nature: A positive, approachable personality.
- Reliability: Punctuality and preparedness for clients.
- Strength: Ability to lift and restrain dogs of all sizes safely.
- Flexibility: Willingness to perform walk-in services and support the team.
- Communication: Excellent skills to ensure client needs and concerns are addressed.
Why Join Us?
- Family Atmosphere: We work together, laugh together, and support each other every day.
- Fun Environment: Meet new pups daily and help them shine!
- Growth Opportunities: Apprenticeship programs to train as a groomer.
- Great Benefits: Including 401K with matching, health, dental, and vision insurance, employee assistance program, paid time off, and more.
- Special Perks: Employee discounts, professional development programs, and we’re closed on major holidays to spend time with loved ones (including Mother’s Day and Father’s Day!).
Schedule:
- Full-time and part-time positions available.
- One weekend day required.
- Hourly pay depending on experience.
Apply Today and Join the Fun at Hungry Hound!
Ready to bring your love for dogs to a place that feels like home? Apply now and start your journey with the Hungry Hound family. Let’s make every day a tail-wagging adventure!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship
Pay: $10.00 - $13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Compensation package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Hourly pay
- Performance bonus
- Tips
Schedule:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Have you worked in a professional grooming salon in the past?
- Are you willing to work one weekend day per week?
Ability to Commute:
- Valparaiso, IN 46383 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Valparaiso, IN 46383: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person