Kennel Tech / Kitchen Assistant (Supervisor Potential)

Taylor Made Working Dogs is a high-level dog training, breeding, and boarding facility. We are hiring for one position — but if the right candidate applies, we are open to filling it at a Supervisor level.

This is a very hands-on, physical role. Most of the day is spent cleaning kennels, scooping waste, sweeping, sanitizing, hauling supplies, and assisting in the kitchen with raw food production. The right person must also be comfortable communicating with customers and third-party vendors.

What You’ll Do

Care for and handle a variety of large working breeds — including German Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, Dogo Argentinos, Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, and others

Safely manage dogs under behavioral modification and training programs

Perform daily cleaning: scooping poop, sweeping, scrubbing runs, sanitizing equipment, mopping, trash removal

Use high-powered pressure washers, wheelbarrows, and ladders for kennel upkeep

Perform basic handyman tasks (fix gates, panels, small repairs)

Assist with kitchen production: grinding, weighing, portioning, vacuum sealing, labeling, and organizing raw food

Work in physically demanding environments: outdoors in all weather, and inside below-zero freezers

Communicate directly with customers picking up or dropping off dogs/food orders

Place and manage orders with third-party companies (vendors, suppliers, deliveries)

If Hired as Supervisor

Oversee kennel and kitchen staff

Manage inventory, track supplies, and place orders

Train and guide staff in safety, cleaning, and food production procedures

Communicate with owners/trainers to ensure smooth operations

What We’re Looking For

At least 5 years of experience in one of the following:

Kennel work or veterinary (vet tech, kennel manager, animal shelter/rescue)

Agriculture / FFA / 4-H backgrounds

Livestock handling (cattle, sheep, goats, dairy, feedlot, ranch hand)

Equine care (farrier, barn staff, stable hand, equine vet tech, ranch hand)

Kitchen or food production environments

Physically strong and active — able to walk for hours, climb ladders, push wheelbarrows, and lift 40–50 lbs regularly

Comfortable working with large, high-drive breeds

Dependable, hardworking, detail-oriented, and able to follow instructions

Comfortable in loud, fast-paced environments (dogs barking + industrial equipment)

Strong verbal communication skills — confident with customers and vendors

Supervisor candidates: prior leadership or management experience preferred

Schedule & Pay

Wednesday through Saturday, 7:30 AM–5:00 PM

$19–$25/hour, depending on qualifications and whether filled at Tech or Supervisor level