Receptionist – Full-Time

The Rustic Paw – Dawson Springs, KY (owned by Pet Palace)

Do you love animals, enjoy helping people, and thrive in a fast-paced environment? The Rustic Paw is looking for a dependable, compassionate, and energetic full-time Receptionist to join our team!

As the first face our clients see, you'll play an important role in creating a welcoming experience while helping our salon run smoothly every day.

Pay

$12.00–$14.00 per hour

Schedule

Tuesday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

One Saturday per month:

• 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM or
• 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Applicants must be available to work these scheduled days and shifts. No exceptions.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and check pets in and out
• Answer incoming phone calls
• Schedule grooming appointments
• Assist customers with questions and services
• Keep the lobby and reception area clean and organized
• Help maintain a clean salon throughout the day
• Work alongside groomers and other team members
• Handle pet-related cleaning, including urine, feces, vomit, and other animal messes
• Work around both dogs and cats daily
• Perform other duties as needed to help the team

Qualifications

We're looking for someone who:

• Has a positive attitude and enjoys working with people
• Loves animals and treats every pet with kindness and compassion
• Is dependable and punctual
• Is willing to jump in and help wherever needed
• Communicates professionally with clients and coworkers
• Can multitask in a busy environment
• Pays attention to detail
• Is comfortable standing, walking, and moving throughout the workday

Please Note

This position is not allergy-friendly. We work with dogs, cats, pet hair, dander, animal saliva, urine, feces, and other bodily fluids every day. Applicants should be comfortable working in this environment.

Why Join The Rustic Paw?

At The Rustic Paw, we believe every pet deserves exceptional care and every client deserves exceptional service. We're looking for team members who are dependable, compassionate, hardworking, and proud to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to meet you!