We’re Yardstick, a boutique dog hotel in Nashville. Our suites-only concept aims to reimagine dog hospitality by offering more personalized care in a stress-free, elevated environment.

We are seeking full-time and part-time Dog Hosts who will provide an elevated experience to all of our customers and their pets. Applicants must be passionate about dogs, able to provide exceptional customer service and be excited to join a growing team.

Why work for Yardstick?

• The calmest working environment in the industry
• A beautifully designed workplace
• Opportunities for career growth
• Flexible work schedules (full or part-time)
• Competitive pay and benefits (see below)

What you’ll do

• Supervise and engage with dogs during group play
• Feed and administer medication to dogs
• Perform general wellness checks throughout the day, and, if necessary, resolve dog behavior and/or health issues
• Interface regularly with our customers before, during and after their dog’s stay
• Maintain a clean and hygienic working environment

What’s required

• High integrity, trustworthy and dependable
• Excellent customer service and people skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Must be comfortable working around dogs of all sizes and breeds (prior experience in the pet services industry is a plus, but not required)
• Ability to work on your feet for extended periods
• Available to work rotating nights, weekends and holidays -- we are open 365 days a year
• Reliable transportation

Other important information

• Location: Nashville
• Type: Full-time or Part-time (flexible schedule)
• Compensation: Starting at $16/hour
• Full-Time Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance; and retail discounts

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