Dog Bather

Description

Morris Animal Inn is a family-owned, award-winning pet resort with multiple locations in North New Jersey! We specialize in providing top-tier pet lodging, grooming, training, and daycare services. Honored as a NJ Family Business of the Year and recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in NJ, we are a team deeply passionate about the care we provide for dogs and cats.

Schedule:
Year-round, part-time position with 15-20 hours per week. Our salon operates Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-7:00 PM and Saturday-Sunday 8:00 AM-4:00 PM, with shift start times between 7:00 AM-11:00 AM.

Weekend and holiday availability is required.

Pay:
Starting rate is $16.00-$17.00/hour, based on prior professional pet care experience.

No prior professional experience is required—but a natural comfort around dogs of all sizes is essential!

This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in a career in dog grooming. Employees may qualify for our Education Assistance Program to support earning a professional dog grooming certification.

• Bathing, drying, and brushing dogs using company-provided professional tools and products
• Cleaning ears, trimming nails, and brushing teeth
• Monitoring dogs for safety throughout the grooming process
• Maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment
• Collaborating with team members to ensure a positive experience for pets and their owners
• Gathering information from pet owners and updating pet records

• Hands‑on training—no professional grooming experience required
• Potential to transition to a full‑time position with comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K with company match) based on performance and business needs
• Career growth opportunities with a transparent advancement structure
• Education Assistance Program to support professional development in pet care & grooming
• Employee discounts on dog daycare and other services
• A unique and innovative Rewards and Recognition program that celebrates staff contributions

• Comfort and confidence handling dogs of all breeds and sizes, from the teacup type to the ‘are you sure that’s not a horse?’ and everything in between.
• Willingness to perform cleaning duties related to animal care
• Team‑oriented mindset with strong time management skills
• Physical ability to stand/walk for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to follow safety protocols, interact with pet owners, and maintain accurate records
• Weekend and some holiday availability is required

At Morris Animal Inn, our people make the difference. We’re proud to foster a team that shares our passion for compassionate, professional pet care. To learn more and view all current openings, visit our Careers Page: