What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cat Sitter position at The Comforted Kitty?
Professional Cat Sitter — San Jose / South Bay Area Metro Area
Reliable. Detail-oriented. Strong communicator.
The Comforted Kitty is hiring independent cat sitters (1099 independent contractor) for in-home visits.
Enjoy complete job flexibility: You set your availability and service area—we match you with clients.
- Provide in-home cat care (drop-ins, overnights, or live-in — based on your availability)
- Follow detailed care instructions (feeding, litter cleaning, socialization, meds if applicable)
- Send updates with notes & photos after each visit
- Maintain cleanliness and respect client homes
- Drop-ins: 30 / 45 / 60 minutes (1–3x daily)
- Extended daytime visits: 4-8 hours
- Overnights: 10-hour stays
- 24-hour care: live-in with overnight care
- Experienced with cat care, especially in a pet sitting capacity
- Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented
- Strong written communication
- Comfortable working independently in clients’ homes
- Availability (especially holidays/travel periods)
- Competitive per-visit pay
- Weekly direct deposit
- Bonus opportunities (holidays, short notice, strong feedback)
- 100% of tips go to you
You choose your availability and what job to accept.
If you accept a booking, you must arrive on time and complete every update.
Typical visit windows:
- Morning (6a–12p)
- Afternoon (12p–5p)
- Evening (5p–10p)
- Overnights: 10 hours
- Live-in House Sitting: up to 24 hours
Must have:
- 18 with hands-on cat care experience
- Smartphone with reliable internet & camera
- Strong communication and professionalism
Preferred:
- Medication experience (oral, injections, fluids)
- Holiday & weekend availability
Apply through our quick, mobile-friendly application.
Notes:
- Apply to one location only
- No phone calls (we contact strong matches)