If you love your craft, love dogs, and want to work somewhere your work is appreciated, we'd love to meet you! At Bowie Barker, we believe dogs are family. As a Dog Bathing Specialist , you're a big part of making that happen. Everyday our teams are focused on helping each pup leave looking and feeling their best! We're looking for someone who loves dogs, takes pride in their work, and wants to be part of a team that cares about doing things the right way. What You'll Do Create a calm, positive experience for every dog in your care Connect with pet parents and understand what they're looking for Recommend services and add-ons that genuinely benefit each dog Provide safe, high-quality baths and grooming prep Perform baths, blowouts, brush outs, nail trims, ear cleaning, gland expressions, dematting, desheds, and ear plucking Assess coat condition, behavior, and overall comfort Keep your workspace clean, organized, and safe Communicate with the Front Desk and leadership team throughout the day Follow Bowie Barker standards for safety, cleanliness, care, and quality Support your teammates and contribute to a positive shop environment Who You Are 2+ years of professional dog bathing experience Comfortable safely handling dogs 60+ pounds Confident working with a variety of breeds, coat types, and personalities Detail-oriented and proud of the work you put out Reliable, accountable, and team-minded Comfortable talking with pet parents and making thoughtful service recommendations Open to feedback and excited to continue learning and growing Able to be on your feet for 8+ hours Most importantly, you genuinely love working with dogs Want to show us what you can do? We'd love to see your work. Photos or videos are encouraged as part of the application process. You can email them to lbloss@bowiebarker.com along with a quick introduction. Pay & Schedule $17-$19/hour + PLUS TIPS! All tips are paid out same day . Full-time and part-time opportunities Our shops are open 8am-6pm daily Currently hiring specifically for Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday Why Bowie Barker? Paid Time Off starting day one Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) Complimentary dog grooming Employee retail discounts Professional development and ongoing education High-quality tools, equipment, and products Flexible, thoughtful scheduling Modern, elevated grooming environment A team that genuinely supports one another We're growing across Illinois, and we're looking for talented people who want to grow with us. If you love your craft, love dogs, and want to work somewhere your work is appreciated, we'd love to meet you. Ready to join the pack? Apply today.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Work Location:

In person

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$17.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off

Experience:

Customer Consultation:

1 year (Required)

Professional Dog Bathing:

2 years (Required)

Upselling :

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person