Dog Bather — Full Time

Job overview

The Dog Bather role is onsite in Lake Zurich and Buffalo Grove, IL; compensation is listed as $21–$22 per hour. Scenthound focuses on total dog wellness through routine grooming and a membership-based model. The bather provides essential grooming and wellness services that help dogs stay clean and healthy. The role follows service orders and safety procedures, records wellness indicators, and works with the grooming team to keep daily services on schedule.

What you'll do

• Prepare and bathe dogs according to service orders
• blow-dry and brush dogs
• trim nails and clean ears and teeth
• express glands
• use the S.C.E.N.T. Check app to track and report wellness indicators
• collaborate with the grooming team
• maintain a clean and safe environment
• follow hygiene and safety procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dog bather

full time

lake zurich il

buffalo grove il

scenthound

$21–$22/hour

dog grooming

dog wellness

s.c.e.n.t. check

35–40 hours/week

closed sundays

groomer advancement path

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision for full-time employees
• paid time off
• four paid holidays per year
• snacks and drinks
• monthly free grooming for employee pets
• tip pool
• merit-based raises
• employee discounts
• 401(k).

Why this role

Schedule is 35–40 hours per week and the location is closed Sundays; advancement paths include Groomer, Front Desk, or Assistant Manager.

About the employer

Scenthound Lake Zurich, IL is hiring for this role. Industry: Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services. Sector: 81.