YES, WE ARE HIRING AT ALL LOCATIONS!
We have always been and will always be committed to diversity & inclusion. We seek caring individuals from all backgrounds & communities in order to bring their best selves into work daily. We believe in being who you are, not who the world wants you to be.

Why it’s awesome to work for us!

  • Competitive Pay
  • Benefit Plans to support your healthy life style
  • Deep discounts on a wide variety of products and services
  • An expansive network of experienced professionals in the Pet Industry
  • Leadership growth and promotional opportunities

Open Positions

HIRING at Torrey Hills, Hillcrest and our TWO new locations coming soon in Mission Valley and Leucadia.

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JOB TITLE: Store Manager

EMPLOYER: Dirty Dogs & Meow

DEPARTMENT: Front Staff

REPORTS TO: General Manager

POSITION: Store Manager (Full-time)

ABOUT US: Dirty Dogs is a family-owned award winning cage-free salon making tails wag since 2008. San Diego’s one stop shop for pet care! Award-winning cage-free grooming, best-in-class self wash facilities and all-natural specialty pet products.

Dirty Dogs & Meow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

SUMMARY: Manages operations and activities of store and staff; executes company policies, procedures, and programs to meet or exceed sales and gross margin goals.

COMPENSATION: $24-28 per hour @ 40 hours/week

BENEFITS:

- Competitive salary with opportunities for earning a bonus of up to $800 PER MONTH

- Medical, Dental, Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Vision

- Paid time off

- Comprehensive training

- Fun, friendly, team-oriented environment

- Employee discounts on products and services

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS: - Must be high energy, enthusiastic, and a TOTAL team player.

- Must be self-motivated in regards to acquiring product knowledge, building clientele, and selling products & services.

- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

- Must have Retail Management work experience.

- Must care about health and wellness.

- Must have sales experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Responsible for ensuring their staff give great customer service as well as meet store sales and profitability goals. Includes: training, supervising and evaluating staff. Coordinates all store activities in a manner that maximizes sales, profits, and customer satisfaction.

- Overseeing store performance in the Average Value Per Sale metric Supporting and overseeing Assistant Manager's performance in product sales and average Value Per Sale Supervises the interviewing, selection, hiring, and training of all associates.

-Maintains a high level of customer service by ensuring that service standards are high and that complaints from customers are quickly resolved.

-Supervises freight process to ensure compliance to company guidelines and productivity standards.

-Maintains interior and exterior store standards; ensures merchandise presentation is in accordance with company direction.

-Implements safety and shrink best practices.

-Manages and supervises office functions, payroll, and controllable expenses.

-Develops and implements creative plans to increase store sales and decrease loss.

-Manages and maintains required inventory levels.

-Maintains communication with district/regional managers to stay abreast of company initiatives.

-Provides human resource management, including but not limited to staffing plans, performance evaluations, and training and development.

-Prepares all necessary reports and paperwork.

-Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- May supervise 2 to 15 employees within the store

- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

- Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

COMPETENCIES:

Problem Solving-Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Customer Service-Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Interpersonal Skills-Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication-Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication-Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork-Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Delegation-Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.

Managing People-Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external).

Cost Consciousness-Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.

Organizational Support-Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Planning/Organizing-Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism-Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality-Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity-Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

Safety and Security-Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Adaptability-Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Dependability-Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

To learn more about Dirty Dogs visit www.dirtydogs.com) and follow @dirtydogsandmeow
HIRING at Torrey Hills, Hillcrest and our TWO new locations coming soon in Mission Valley and Leucadia.

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JOB TITLE: Associate Store Manager

EMPLOYER: Dirty Dogs & Meow

DEPARTMENT: Front Staff

REPORTS TO: Store Manager

POSITION: Assistant Store Manager (Full-time)

ABOUT US: Dirty Dogs is a family-owned award winning cage-free salon making tails wag since 2008. San Diego’s one stop shop for pet care! Award-winning cage-free grooming, best-in-class self wash facilities and all-natural specialty pet products.

Dirty Dogs & Meow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

SUMMARY:

To assist the Store Manager in completing all operational aspects of the store as well as working with staff and customers to ensure Dirty Dogs quality standards are met. Additionally, the Assistant Manager role focuses heavily on driving in-store sales within their team.

COMPENSATION: $22-23 per hour @ 40 hours/week

BENEFITS:

- Competitive salary with opportunities for earning a bonus of up to $500 PER MONTH - Medical, Dental, Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Vision

- Paid time off

- Comprehensive training

- Fun, friendly, team-oriented environment

- Employee discounts on products and services

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Overseeing store performance in the Average Value Per Sale metric.

- Meeting monthly minimum product sales threshold

- Supporting and overseeing store associates' performance in product sales and average Value Per Sale. Helping prepare the weekly product orders.

- Submitting bi-weekly shampoo orders for groom room/ U-do it’s.

- Receiving weekly product orders into Lightspeed.

- Monitoring groom schedule for any errors.

- Making sure special orders process is completed.

- Coordinate daily customer service operations (e.g. sales processes, ordersand payments)

- Evaluate employee performance and identify hiring and training needs. Supervise and motivate staff to perform their best.

- Coach and support new and existing Sales Associates.

- Make sure all employees adhere to company’s policies and guidelines.

- Act as your store’s representative and set an example for our staff.

- Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- May supervise 2 to 10 employees within the store when Store Manager is not present.

- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

- Responsibilities could include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

COMPETENCIES:

Problem Solving-Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Customer Service-Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Interpersonal Skills-Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication-Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication-Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork-Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Delegation-Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.

Managing People-Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external).

Cost Consciousness-Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.

Organizational Support-Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Planning/Organizing-Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism-Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality-Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity-Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

Safety and Security-Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Adaptability-Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Dependability-Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

To learn more about Dirty Dogs visit www.dirtydogs.com) and follow @dirtydogsandmeow
HIRING AT ALL DIRTY DOGS LOCATIONS: (Solana Beach, Del Mar Highlands, Carmel Mountain Ranch, Torrey Hills, Hillcrest) and our TWO new locations coming soon in Mission Valley and Leucadia.

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JOB TITLE: Pet Stylist

EMPLOYER: Dirty Dogs & Meow

DEPARTMENT: Grooming Salon

REPORTS TO: Store Manager

POSITION: Pet Stylist (Full-time & Part-time roles)

ABOUT US: Dirty Dogs is a family-owned award winning cage-free salon making tails wag since 2008. San Diego’s one stop shop for pet care! Award-winning cage-free grooming, best-in-class self wash facilities and all-natural specialty pet products.

Dirty Dogs & Meow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

SUMMARY:

Our Pet Stylists are responsible for providing our customers with safe, high-quality grooming services for their pets. Our dedicated front-of-house staff handles phone inquiries and appointment scheduling, allowing our stylists to focus exclusively on delivering exceptional grooming experiences.

Dirty Dogs Grooming Services include but not limited to; Haircut Services (Buzz Cuts, Dog-E Style, Shear Style, Kitt-E Style and Puppy Packages), Bath Services (We-do-it Scrubs, Premium Scrubs, Ultimate Scrubs) and A La Carte Services (Nail Trims, Nail Grinds, Gland Expressions, Teeth Brushings, Sanitary Trims, Face Trims, Feather Trims, Paw Trims, Paw Pad Shaves)

COMPENSATION:

Full-time Pet Stylists earn up to $6500/monthly + tips (average $1200/month) + $1000 Sign-on bonus ($500 after 90 days, then $500 after 180 days) *Sign-on bonus only offered to full-time employees BENEFITS:

- Best in-class pay + tips - Medical, Dental, Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Vision

- Paid time off

- Comprehensive training

- Fun, friendly, team-oriented environment

- Employee discounts on products and services

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Our Pet Stylist must consistently perform all of the following duties and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation. We have a front of house staff that answer phone calls and book your appointments so you can focus solely on the grooming services. Blow-dryers, tables, groomer's helpers, shampoos & conditioners, detangler/finishing sprays, ear powder and ear cleaner as well as blade coolant are provided by the company!

- Must be professional and provide safe grooming services as requested by customers.

- Provide a quick and courteous service to all customers by utilizing our “Check In” and “Check Out” Procedures.

- Treat every pet with compassion, including talking with the pet or using other techniques to calm the pet.

- Safely and effectively utilize grooming instruments including shears, clippers, brushes, combs, nail clippers, nail grinders and dryers.

- Must have a professional clipping ability to cut a pet's hair according to the determined pattern including combing and shaping the pet's coat. Read written and/or receive oral instructions to determine the clipping pattern desired by the customer.

- Ability to place the pet on the grooming table and fitting the grooming collar on the pet to safely secure the pet to the table.

- Prior to service, must review proportions of the pet to determine the most appropriate cutting pattern to achieve desired style.

- Following grooming service, must input all relevant notes in booking platform to help optimize future appointments.

- Clean and maintain the salon so that it is sanitary and safe for people and pets in accordance with daily and weekly salon cleaning checklists. Cleaning includes but is not limited to; all equipment, supplies, tools, force dryers, stand dryers, groom tables, tubs, windows, and floors.

- Must adhere to all Salon policies and employee handbook guidelines.

- Support a positive, professional, team-oriented, harassment-free work environment by understanding and complying with the Employee Handbook and Safety Policy/Manual Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

COMPETENCIES:

Experience- Must have completed the Dirty Dogs Grooming University or have a minimum of one year's experience grooming/styling pets under the leadership of a professional groomer and must successfully complete a Technical Evaluation by our Dirty Dogs University Instructor.

Safety and Security-Observes safety procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Problem Solving-Can identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Customer Service-Can manage difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills-Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Written Communication-Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork-Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Cost Consciousness-Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.

Organizational Support-Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Planning/Organizing-Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism-Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality-Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity-Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly and efficiently.

Adaptability-Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Dependability-Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

- Frequently required to stand, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl

- Frequently required to lift/push/carry items more than 40 pounds

- Frequently loud noise (examples: metal can manufacturing, large earth-moving equipment)

- Frequently work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals - Continually required to walk, utilize hand and finger dexterity

- Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard

- Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather)

- Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts

- Occasionally exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)

- Occasionally very loud noise

To learn more about Dirty Dogs visit www.dirtydogs.com) and follow @dirtydogsandmeow
HIRING AT ALL DIRTY DOGS LOCATIONS: (Solana Beach, Del Mar Highlands, Carmel Mountain Ranch, Torrey Hills, Hillcrest) and our TWO new locations coming soon in Mission Valley and Leucadia.

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JOB TITLE: Pet Bather

EMPLOYER: Dirty Dogs & Meow

DEPARTMENT: Grooming Salon

REPORTS TO: Store Manager

POSITION: Pet Bather (Full-time & Part-time roles)

ABOUT US: Dirty Dogs is a family-owned award winning cage-free salon making tails wag since 2008. San Diego’s one stop shop for pet care! Award-winning cage-free grooming, best-in-class self wash facilities and all-natural specialty pet products.

Dirty Dogs & Meow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

SUMMARY:

Our Pet Bathers are responsible for providing our customers with safe, quality bathing services for their pets.

Dirty Dogs Grooming Services include but not limited to; Haircut Services (Buzz Cuts, Dog-E Style, Shear Style, Kitt-E Style and Puppy Packages), Bath Services (We-do-it Scrubs, Premium Scrubs, Ultimate Scrubs) and A La Carte Services (Nail Trims, Nail Grinds, Gland Expressions, Teeth Brushings, Sanitary Trims, Face Trims, Feather Trims, Paw Trims, Paw Pad Shaves)

COMPENSATION:

Pet Bathers starting at $16.85 plus 2.5-15% commission based on productivity plus tips.

BENEFITS:


- Best in-class pay + tips - Medical, Dental, Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Vision

- Paid time off

- Comprehensive training

- Fun, friendly, team-oriented environment

- Employee discounts on products and services

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Our Pet Bather must consistently perform all of the following duties and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation. We have a front of house staff that answer phone calls and book your appointments so you can focus solely on the grooming services. Blow-dryers, tables, groomer's helpers, shampoos & conditioners, detangler/finishing sprays, ear powder and ear cleaner are provided by the company!

- Must be professional and provide safe grooming services as requested by customers.

- Required to supply own grooming equipment ( 5-1 clipper, dremel, brushes, etc) .

- Provide a quick and courteous service to all customers by utilizing our “Check In” and “Check Out” Procedures.

- Treat every pet with compassion, including talking with the pet or using other techniques to calm the pet.

- Safely and effectively utilize grooming instruments including 5-1 clippers, nail clippers, dremels, brushes/combs and dematting tools.

- Must have a professional clipping ability for paw pad shaving and sanitary areas.

- Read written and/or receive oral instructions to determine what services would benefit the pet.

- Ability to place the pet on the grooming table and fitting the grooming collar on the pet to safely secure the pet to the table.

- Following grooming service, must input all relevant notes in booking platform to help optimize future appointments

- Clean and maintain the salon so that it is sanitary and safe for people and pets in accordance with daily and weekly salon cleaning checklists.

- Cleaning includes but is not limited to; all equipment, supplies, tools, force dryers, stand dryers, groom tables, tubs, windows, and floors.

- Must adhere to all Salon policies and employee handbook guidelines.

- Support a positive, professional, team-oriented, harassment-free work environment by understanding and complying with the Employee Handbook and Safety Policy/Manual Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

COMPETENCIES:

Experience- Must have completed the Dirty Dogs Grooming University or have a minimum of one year's experience grooming/styling pets under the leadership of a professional groomer and must successfully complete a Technical Evaluation by our Dirty Dogs University Instructor.

Safety and Security-Observes safety procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Problem Solving-Can identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Customer Service-Can manage difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills-Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Written Communication-Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork-Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Cost Consciousness-Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.

Organizational Support-Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Planning/Organizing-Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism-Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality-Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity-Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly and efficiently.

Adaptability-Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Dependability-Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Frequently required to stand, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl

Frequently required to lift/push/carry items more than 40 pounds

Frequently loud noise (examples: metal can manufacturing, large earth-moving equipment)

Frequently work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals Continually required to walk, utilize hand and finger dexterity

Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard

Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather)

Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts

Occasionally exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)

Occasionally very loud noise To learn more about Dirty Dogs visit www.dirtydogs.com) and follow @dirtydogsandmeow
HIRING AT ALL DIRTY DOGS LOCATIONS: (Solana Beach, Del Mar Highlands, Carmel Mountain Ranch, Torrey Hills, Hillcrest) and our TWO new locations coming soon in Mission Valley and Leucadia.

SUBMIT RESUMES TO JOBS@DIRTYDOGS.COM

JOB TITLE: Pet Bather

EMPLOYER: Dirty Dogs & Meow

DEPARTMENT: Grooming Salon

REPORTS TO: Store Manager

POSITION: Pet Bather (Full-time & Part-time roles)

ABOUT US: Dirty Dogs is a family-owned award winning cage-free salon making tails wag since 2008. San Diego’s one stop shop for pet care! Award-winning cage-free grooming, best-in-class self wash facilities and all-natural specialty pet products.

Dirty Dogs & Meow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

SUMMARY:

Our Pet Bathers are responsible for providing our customers with safe, quality bathing services for their pets.

Dirty Dogs Grooming Services include but not limited to; Haircut Services (Buzz Cuts, Dog-E Style, Shear Style, Kitt-E Style and Puppy Packages), Bath Services (We-do-it Scrubs, Premium Scrubs, Ultimate Scrubs) and A La Carte Services (Nail Trims, Nail Grinds, Gland Expressions, Teeth Brushings, Sanitary Trims, Face Trims, Feather Trims, Paw Trims, Paw Pad Shaves)

COMPENSATION:

Bather Trainees begin with 3 weeks of training at $16.85/hr + tips, then based on performance and positions available will be promoted to salon assistant role at $17.00/hr + 5% commission + tips or Bather at $16.85/hr + 2.5-15% commission + tips. .

BENEFITS:


- Best in-class pay + tips - Medical, Dental, Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Vision

- Paid time off

- Comprehensive training

- Fun, friendly, team-oriented environment

- Employee discounts on products and services

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Our Pet Bather must consistently perform all of the following duties and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation. We have a front of house staff that answer phone calls and book your appointments so you can focus solely on the grooming services. Blow-dryers, tables, groomer's helpers, shampoos & conditioners, detangler/finishing sprays, ear powder and ear cleaner are provided by the company!

- Must be professional and provide safe grooming services as requested by customers.

- Required to supply own grooming equipment by the end of training period.

- Provide a quick and courteous service to all customers by utilizing our “Check In” and “Check Out” Procedures.

- Treat every pet with compassion, including talking with the pet or using other techniques to calm the pet.

- Safely and effectively utilize grooming instruments including 5-1 clippers, nail clippers, dremels, brushes/combs and dematting tools.

- Must have a professional clipping ability for paw pad shaving and sanitary areas.

- Read written and/or receive oral instructions to determine what services would benefit the pet.

- Ability to place the pet on the grooming table and fitting the grooming collar on the pet to safely secure the pet to the table.

- Following grooming service, must input all relevant notes in booking platform to help optimize future appointments

- Clean and maintain the salon so that it is sanitary and safe for people and pets in accordance with daily and weekly salon cleaning checklists.

- Cleaning includes but is not limited to; all equipment, supplies, tools, force dryers, stand dryers, groom tables, tubs, windows, and floors.

- Must adhere to all Salon policies and employee handbook guidelines.

- Support a positive, professional, team-oriented, harassment-free work environment by understanding and complying with the Employee Handbook and Safety Policy/Manual Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

COMPETENCIES:

Experience- Must have completed the Dirty Dogs Grooming University or have a minimum of one year's experience grooming/styling pets under the leadership of a professional groomer and must successfully complete a Technical Evaluation by our Dirty Dogs University Instructor.

Safety and Security-Observes safety procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Problem Solving-Can identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Customer Service-Can manage difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills-Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Written Communication-Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork-Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Cost Consciousness-Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.

Organizational Support-Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Planning/Organizing-Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism-Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality-Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity-Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly and efficiently.

Adaptability-Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Dependability-Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Frequently required to stand, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl

Frequently required to lift/push/carry items more than 40 pounds

Frequently loud noise (examples: metal can manufacturing, large earth-moving equipment)

Frequently work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals Continually required to walk, utilize hand and finger dexterity

Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard

Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather)

Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts

Occasionally exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)

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