LEAD Pet Care Specialist
Bijou's Pet Resort is seeking a reliable LEAD Pet Care Specialist to provide the very best love and care to dogs (furry kids) staying and playing at our resort. Our ideal candidate is someone who loves, loves, loves animals and can provide the highest quality pet care while their parents are away! We expect you to provide a fun, safe, and clean environment for dogs and put customers at ease, assuring them that their pets will be in the best hands. Prior experience in animal care or kennel management is a must. While direct care of the kids is mandatory, the Lead Pet Care Specialist will also be required to supervise team members--he/she must clearly and effectively deliver instructions to others.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Give dogs food and water throughout the day
- Take dogs for walks
- Handle bathing and grooming tasks
- Clean and maintain rooms, keeping them free of waste, fur/hair, and other unsanitary or hazardous materials
- Supervise play areas to ensure pet safety
- Keep records of feeding and walking schedules for each dog
- Dedicate time to train dogs (as requested by owner)
- Administer medications
- Supervise subordinate Pet Care Specialists
Requirements and Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- At least 18 years old
- Prior experience at a dog daycare facility, shelter, or in personal animal care
- Familiarity with various dog breeds
- Passion for taking care of animals
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Physical stamina for cleaning and maintaining kennels
- SUPERVISION EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
We would love to have you join our team-we take care of those that work for us! Hours are approximately 6:30 a.m. until noon and 1:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. We have also added a “tuck-in” shift from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Availability on weekends and holidays is imperative! This is a great opportunity to work with animals and gain skills in a booming industry! Apply online or send your resume to us at bijouspetresort@gmail.com!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour
Thank you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Day range:
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Shift:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- After school
- Day shift
- Evening shift
Supplemental pay types:
Work setting:
Work Location: In person