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Tucker Pup's has a premier facility in an ideal location and top-notch equipment, including a state-of-the-art grooming room. We are also committed to providing world-class customer service, in addition to creating a great working environment that is fun, healthy, and positive. Therefore, we are trying to build our team with the right people from the ground up. In short, we are devoted to being among the best dog activity centers in Chicago.

We are located two blocks north of Randolph Street (right near Harpo Studios). Click here for more information about our location.

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Positions Available


Tucker Pup's is currently seeking to fill the following position.

Applicants may contact Tucker Pup's by e-mailing hiring@tuckerpups.com, or calling 312-829-8787.


Basic Requirements of all Candidates

All candidates must possess the following traits:
  • First and foremost, you must be passionate about dogs. It's what we're all about.
  • Professional appearance. Please note that our dress code does not allow for facial piercings, excessive tattoos, oversized ear lobe earrings, or dyed hair.
  • Experience and knowledge in properly handling dogs (this doesn't just mean that you had a dog while growing up or that you simply "like dogs"). Relevant experience includes daycare or kennel handler, vet assistant, trainer's assistant, dog walker, groomer, and so forth.
  • Very personable and professional with customers at all times.
  • You must have a positive attitude and work well with other people. We have a no-jerks policy and we intend to stick to it, regardless of how talented or hard-working you may be. ;-)
  • Ability to handle dogs in a positive way while commanding their respect. Verbal or physical abuse of any dog at any time will not be tolerated.
  • Responsible, reliable, and prompt. We have a "three-strikes" rule because in a retail environment, failure on any of these factors is not an option.

Click here to learn more about our staff. We are seeking people with similar dog-related backgrounds and passion for dogs.


Please note that Tucker Pup's is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct random drug tests over the course of time. If drugs are a part of your life, please don't apply.
 
Receptionist

Job description:
We are seeking an experienced receptionist to work with our customers.

The ideal candidate will possess the following characteristics:
  • First and foremost, you must have a passion for dogs. It's what we're all about.
  • Experience as a receptionist in a retail-oriented business.
  • Professionalism at all times, both in communicating and in personal appearance.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills in talking with customers on the phone, in person, and via e-mail.
  • A strong working knowledge of dogs (breeds, behavior, nutrition, positive reinforcement training, proper handling, etc.)
  • Ability to 'sell' without being 'salesy.' For example, helping people sign up for training classes, buying dog food, reserving boarding reservations, etc.
  • You must work well with our staff. We have a no-jerks policy and try very hard to maintain a drama-free zone.
  • Very prompt and reliable. This is a customer service business and being late or absent is not an option.
  • Will happily adhere to our dress code, which is standard for most retail businesses.
  • Must be well-organized and have strong attention to detail.
  • Proficient with computers.
  • Dishonesty in any form is not tolerated, especially because we're handling peoples' dogs and money

Hours:
Tues 7am - 4pm - 8 hours
Wed 7am - 12pm - 5 hours
Th 7am - 1pm - 6 hours
Fri 7am - 1pm - 6 hours
Sa 7am - 4pm - 8 hours.

Pay rate: $10 per hour.

Perk: Perks include free daycare for your dog, and/or the ability for your dog to hang out with you in the front lobby. Please note that your dog must pass our standard screening evaluation in order to be eligible for daycare and must be good with new dogs who enter the lobby.
 
Part-Time Groomer

Job description: Tucker Pup's has a state-of-the-art grooming room that is one of the finest and fastest-growing in Chicago. We have capacity for up to three groomers at once, two large tubs with automatic shampoo dispensers, a commercial washer/dryer right in the grooming room, a large cage bank, all new equipment, comfortable rubber flooring, and tons of natural light.

We are seeking an experienced groomer to help continue to grow the department.

The ideal candidate will possess the following characteristics:
  • All of the characteristics mentioned in the section above called "Basic Requirements of all Candidates."
  • Lots of experience in a grooming shop, with the ability to produce great results across all breeds.
  • You are expected to provide your own blades and related equipment.

Days: To be discussed.

Hours: To be discussed.

Pay rate: To be discussed.

Perk: Free daycare for your dog (limit 1 dog per employee at a time). Your dog must pass basic screening evaluation in order to be admitted, and is subject to same rules as all other dogs.
 
Dog Handler

Job description: We are currently seeking a dog handler.

The job involves interacting with the dogs to help them get plenty of exercise, socialization, and love, while minimizing aggressiveness and any potential skirmishes. We provide the toys, swimming pools, playground equipment, and a bunch of playful dogs - you supply the interaction and fun. The goal from a daycare perspective is that they go home each night truly tired and happy. Each employee also has various boarding responsibilities such as making sure the dogs are fed and brought into the daycare environment each day, plus all employees give baths and trim nails.

The ideal candidate will possess the following characteristics:
  • All of the characteristics mentioned in the section above called "Basic Requirements of all Candidates"
  • "Presence" with the dogs, meaning they know you are in charge and are not a pushover.

Full or part time: TBD.

Days: TBD.

Hours: TBD.

Pay rate: Initially $10 per hour for qualified candidates

Perks: Free daycare for your dog on the days you are here (limit 1 dog at a time per employee). Your dog must pass basic screening evaluation in order to be admitted, and is subject to same rules as all other dogs.

 

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West Loop
219 N Carpenter Street
Chicago, IL
(312) 829-TPUP (8787)

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