Top 96 Dog daycare Jobs in South Plainfield, Nj

Assistant Operations Manager (Back of House Lead + Guest Services Support)
One Paw Away —Morristown, NJ
- $44,633.16 - $50,568.96 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Dog Kennel Attendant /Dog Care Specialist/ Animal care attendant
Camp Bow Wow Middlesex —Middlesex, NJ
- From $16.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Reliable transportation
- Paid training
- 401(k)
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Customer Service Representative
K9 Resorts of Fanwood —Fanwood, NJ
- From $16.15 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- Sales
- Customer service
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Pet Care Specialist
Morris Animal Inn, Inc. —Morristown, NJ
- $16.00 - $17.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Doggy Day Care/Boarding - Kennel Attendant
Hounds Town Old Bridge —Old Bridge, NJ
- $15.92 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Medication administration
- Heavy lifting
- On-the-job training
- Employee discount
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Pet Resort Front Desk Receptionist
Morris Animal Inn, Inc. —Warren, NJ
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Entry level
- Resort
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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12d
Dog Care Attendant
Dogtopia of Berkeley Heights —Berkeley Heights, NJ
- $16 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Reliable transportation
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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Dog Daycare Worker (Start ASAP) * Must love dogs! <3
Dogs On The Farm & Cats Too —Atlantic Highlands, NJ
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Reliable transportation
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Kennel Assistant
Petra's Dog Resource Center —Flanders, NJ
- From $15.49 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Entry level
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Client Services
Dogtopia of Berkeley Heights —Berkeley Heights, NJ
- $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Reliable transportation
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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Rover
RED BARN DOG OPS NJ LLC —Old Bridge, NJ
- $16.80 - $17.80 an hour
- Part-time
- Sales
- High school diploma or GED
- Cash register
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kennel Attendant
K9 Resorts —Madison, NJ
- $17 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
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11d
K9 Resorts Part-Time Pet Care Technician
K9 Resorts —Madison, NJ
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
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Part Time Pet Care Specialist
K9 Resorts —Madison, NJ
- $17 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
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11d
Pet Care Specialist (Dog Walker & Pet Sitter)
Maizee's Place —Branchburg, NJ
- $22.69 - $27.32 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Flexible schedule
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Playroom Manager
RED BARN DOG OPS NJ LLC —Old Bridge, NJ
- $16.80 - $17.80 an hour
- Part-time
- Sales
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Pet Parent Coordinator
RED BARN DOG OPS NJ LLC —Old Bridge, NJ
- $16.00 - $16.75 an hour
- Part-time
- Sales
- Computer literacy
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Luxury Dog Care Specialist
K9 Resorts —Madison, NJ
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
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11d
Doggy Daycare Kennel Attendant Senior Camp Counselor
Camp Bow Wow - Bridgewater and Middlesex —Bridgewater, NJ
- 8 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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General Manager
Dogtopia of Old Bridge —Old Bridge, NJ
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Sales
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Operations Manager (Back of House Lead + Guest Services Support)

One Paw Away -
Morristown, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time
$44,633.16 - $50,568.96 a year

Benefits

Paid time off
Employee discount
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Kennel experience
Guest reservation booking
Managing pet care teams
Veterinary medication administration
Guest relations
Team leadership
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) implementation
Operations coordination
Service scheduling
Staff scheduling
In-person customer service
Team scheduling
Medication pass administration
Animal drug administration
Store opening/closing procedures
Animal feeding
Pet care appointment scheduling
Dog handling
Organizational skills
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Animal welfare
Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Delegation
Pet medication administration

Full Job Description

One Paw Away Dog Hotel & Resort | Morristown, NJ
Full-Time | Approx. 50 Hours/Week | Salary: $45,000–$50,000/year (based on experience)

DO NOT APPLY unless you have direct professional experience working in a dog daycare, dog boarding, kennel, pet resort, grooming, or animal care facility. Personal pet ownership or experience with your own animals alone does NOT qualify for this role. We are specifically seeking candidates with hands-on industry experience, including dog grouping, team leadership, customer service, and daily pet care operations in a professional setting.

About Us

One Paw Away is a premium dog daycare, boarding, grooming, and puppy kindergarten resort built around elevated care, structure, safety, and exceptional customer service. We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Assistant Operations Manager to support both back-of-house dog care operations and front desk guest service while helping lead our growing team.

Position Overview

This role is best suited for an experienced leader from a dog daycare, boarding, kennel, or pet resort environment who can confidently support daily dog care operations, team leadership, guest experience, grooming coordination, closing shifts, and weekend management coverage.

This is a leadership role requiring prior dog care management experience and strong operational knowledge.

Responsibilities Back of House Operations:

Assist in leading daycare + boarding group management
Safely group dogs by size, temperament, and energy level
Oversee dog handling, enrichment, feeding, medication administration, and sanitation
Help implement daily checklists, SOPs, and operational standards
Support team accountability, safety, and efficiency
Maintain premium care standards

Front Desk + Guest Services:

Support reservations, tours, phone calls, and guest communication
Assist clients with daycare, boarding, and grooming reservations
Help coordinate grooming schedules, appointment flow, and guest communication for grooming services
Support customer service, memberships, and sales initiatives
Work collaboratively with front desk leadership
Help uphold guest satisfaction and resort standards

Leadership:

Support management team with daily oversight
Lead closing shifts
Provide weekend operational leadership
Help train and support staff
Assist with implementing sales, reservation, and operational procedures

Requirements REQUIRED:

Prior management or leadership experience in dog daycare, boarding, kennel, grooming coordination, or pet resort
Dog grouping expertise
Boarding + daycare operational knowledge
Feeding + medication administration experience
Strong customer service and reservation management skills
Ability to assist with grooming scheduling and guest coordination
Strong team leadership skills
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to implement procedures and checklists
Weekend + closing shift availability
Team-player mentality with strong work ethic

Compensation + Benefits

Salary: $45,000–$50,000 annually (based on experience)
PTO (accrued)
Sick Time (accrued)
30 / 60 / 90 day reviews
Growth opportunities within expanding company
Clear path toward higher leadership roles

Schedule

Approx. 50 hours/week, including:

Weekday shifts
Closing shifts
Weekend coverage/support

Ideal Candidate

You are reliable, experienced, team-oriented, operationally strong, and passionate about dogs. You can confidently support dog care operations, assist with front desk and grooming reservations, lead teams, and help maintain a premium, structured, and safe environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44,633.16 - $50,568.96 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Paid time off

Application Question(s):

Do you have at least 2 years of management or leadership experience in a professional dog daycare, boarding facility, kennel, pet resort, or grooming facility?
How many dogs have you personally supervised in a single group at one time?

Fewer than 10
10–20
20–40
40+

Describe your experience grouping dogs by temperament, size, and play style.

(Short answer)

Have you been responsible for leading a team during an entire shift?

Yes
No

Approximately how many employees have you directly supervised?

None
1–5
6–10
10+

Which of the following have you been responsible for? (Select all that apply)

☐ Managing daycare playgroups
☐ Boarding operations
☐ Feeding and medication administration
☐ Client communication
☐ Scheduling staff
☐ Training employees
☐ Delegating daily tasks
☐ Grooming coordination
☐ Handling customer concerns
☐ Opening/Closing a facility

This position possibly requires approximately 50 hours per week, including possible weekends and closing shifts. Are you able to consistently work this schedule?

Do you have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation?

Yes
No

This position is physically demanding and requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, cleaning kennels, and working outdoors in all weather conditions. Are you able to perform these duties?

Yes
No

Describe your management style and how you hold team members accountable.

Tell us about a time you had to address an employee performance issue. What did you do?
How do you prioritize tasks when the facility is busy and multiple situations require immediate attention?
How comfortable are you handling large-breed dogs (75+ pounds), including strong pullers and high-energy dogs?
Can you commit to excellent attendance, including no planned vacations or extended time off during your first 90 days of employment?
What interests you about One Paw Away, and why are you looking for your next leadership opportunity?

Work Location: In person

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