Caretaker

Role Overview

The Caretaker at Petstreet Resort is responsible for the day-to-day care, safety, feeding, hygiene, and well-being of all dogs staying at the resort. The role also includes basic cooking, client interaction, kennel cleaning, medication administration, and maintaining overall resort cleanliness.

This is a hands-on job requiring compassion, patience, physical stamina, and love for dogs.

Key Responsibilities

1. Dog Handling & Care

• Safely handle dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments.
• Accompany dogs for walks, playtime, and exercise as per schedule.
• Monitor dog behaviour, eating habits, stool/urine output, and report abnormalities immediately.
• Ensure dogs are comfortable, stress-free, and secure during their stay.

2. Feeding & Basic Cooking

• Prepare fresh meals as per pet parent instructions (boiled chicken, rice, vegetables, eggs, etc.).
• Measure and serve meals accurately and on time.
• Maintain food inventory and inform management of low stock.
• Ensure bowls & feeding areas are kept clean and hygienic.

3. Medications & Special Care

• Administer oral medications, topical creams, and supplements as per instructions only.
• Maintain medication logs for each dog.
• Check vaccination records before check-in to ensure compliance with resort policies.

4. Kennel Cleaning & Hygiene

• Deep clean and sanitize kennels, bedding, bowls, and play areas multiple times a day.
• Follow Petstreet’s cleaning SOPs to maintain a safe, odour-free, infection-free environment.
• Handle waste disposal properly.

5. Client Interaction & Service

• Greet clients politely and assist with check-in/check-out.
• Collect dog information such as feeding instructions, medical needs, behaviour notes, etc.
• Maintain a positive, friendly attitude that reflects Petstreet’s brand.
• Share updates with clients only through resort communication channels (no personal numbers).

6. Safety & Monitoring

• Ensure kennel doors, gates, and play areas are always locked and secure.
• Monitor dogs for signs of stress, dehydration, injuries, or fights.
• Immediately report emergencies or unusual behaviour to the resort manager.

7. Operational Support

• Help with laundry: washing dog beds, towels, and blankets.
• Assist in maintaining inventory of cleaning supplies, bedding, and dog care essentials.
• Support with small errands when required.
• Job RequirementsSkills & ExperienceExperience in dog handling (preferred but not mandatory—training will be provided).
• Ability to cook basic meals like boiled chicken, rice, eggs, etc.
• Physically fit to walk, lift, and manage large dogs.
• Patience and compassion for animals.
• Basic communication skills (Hindi essential).

Behavioural Requirements - As per the PETSTREET Employee Policy:

• Must follow attendance, punctuality, and leave rules strictly. 
• Must maintain clean uniform, hygiene, and polite behaviour. 
• Theft, misconduct, or negligence is strictly prohibited and leads to termination. 

Working Hours

• Full-time shift (to be assigned by Resort Manager).
• Flexibility required during weekends, festivals, and high-booking periods.

What We Provide

• Accommodation at the resort.
• Daily meals.
• Training in dog behaviour, feeding, cleaning, hygiene, and safety protocols.
• Growth opportunities within Petstreet Resort operations.

Ideal Candidate:

• Loves dogs ❤️
• Humble, loyal, and disciplined
• Willing to stay on-site
• Responsible and honest
• Capable of maintaining high standards of cleanliness and care