What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant (Front Desk) position at Downers Grove Dog Training and Grooming?
Front Desk Administrative Assistant – Canine Kingdom (Downers Grove, IL)
Location: Naperville, IL
Job Type: Part-Time
Hours: 6:45am-10:00pm
Compensation: $15–$17/hour (based on experience)
Canine Kingdom is a fun, fast-paced, and growing pet care company offering dog daycare, training, grooming, and boarding in Downers Grove, IL. We pride ourselves on providing a clean, safe, and friendly environment for dogs — and an exceptional experience for their humans!
We’re looking for a Front Desk Administrative Assistant who’s organized, outgoing, and absolutely loves dogs. This person will be the heart of our front desk — greeting pet parents, keeping things running smoothly, and spreading positive energy every day.
What You’ll Do
- Greet every customer and pup with a warm, friendly attitude
- Check dogs in and out for daycare, boarding, grooming, and training services
- Answer phones and respond to emails with professionalism and enthusiasm
- Help customers book appointments for grooming, boarding, training, and daycare
- Promote and sell our services to meet each customer’s needs
- Manage retail inventory — order supplies, track stock, and restock as needed
- Handle payments and maintain accurate daily records
- Keep the lobby and reception area clean, organized, and welcoming
- Assist the management team with light administrative tasks
What We’re Looking For
- A friendly, upbeat, and outgoing personality — this is the most important part!
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Reliable and punctual, with strong attention to detail
- Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments
- Basic computer skills (experience with booking software or POS systems a plus)
- Previous experience in pet care, hospitality, or customer service preferred
How to Apply
If you’re a people (and dog) person who thrives in a fast-paced, upbeat environment, we’d love to meet you!
Apply with your resume and a brief note about why you’d be a great fit for the Canine Kingdom team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a Dog?
- Do you have any experience working with dogs?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $17