(100%, Rotational Schedule)
Location: Bark and Bone, Zurich City & Samstagern
Do you dream of spending your workday surrounded by joyful, tail-wagging companions? As our Daycare Manager, you'll be at the heart of our vibrant, dog-loving community, leading daily adventures - from energizing morning walks and playful daycare activities to delightful interactions with our valued clients.
We cherish your passion and ideas, actively encouraging your input to shape and grow our wonderful community.
Ready to blend your heart, skills, and enthusiasm into a role filled with flexibility, professional growth, and the joy of working with fantastic co-workers (both furry and human)?
What you’ll do:
* You'll primarily manage our daycare during weekdays (Monday - Friday, 08:00–18:00).
* Occasionally, you'll rotate with our other manager to supervise our cozy holiday loft (days and nights).
* Following your holiday loft supervision week, you'll enjoy a flexible week including scheduled days off and on-call responsibilities (ensuring a balanced and restorative schedule).
Details:
* Location: Bark and Bone, Zurich City & Samstagern, (22 minutes from Zurich)
* Start Date: upon agreement
* Time Commitment: 100% Full-Time (see rotational schedule)
* Duration: We're looking for someone excited to grow with Bark and Bone long-term.
* Compensation: CHF 4,200–5,500 monthly (based on experience) plus additional pay for occasional overnight and weekend care
Requirements
Who You Are:
* Reliable & Organized: You're part of our team—what you do and how you show up every day truly matters.
* Communicator Extraordinaire: Friendly, clear, and confident—just like our beloved pups (and their humans!).
* Curious & Ambitious: You’re excited by variety, eager to develop new skills, and ready to wear multiple hats (we invest in your growth!).
* Customer Hero: Passionate about going above and beyond to deliver unforgettable client experiences.
* Dog Enthusiast: You have genuine love and ideally hands-on experience with dogs.
* Fit & Energetic: Comfortable managing active, playful dogs.
Must-Haves:
* Swiss working permit or citizenship
* Driver’s license (Category B)
* Strong reliability, organization, and communication skills
* Comfortable communicating in English (German is a big plus!)
* FBA Certificate (or willingness to obtain it - we’ll support you!)
* Previous experience working closely with dogs
✨ Nice-to-Haves:
* Management experience or operational leadership
* Experience with social media content creation
* Curious & Ambitious - You’re excited by variety, eager to develop new skills, and ready to wear multiple hats (we invest in your growth!).
Don’t Meet Every Requirement?
We value your mindset, heart, and enthusiasm over ticking every box. If you're missing something don't hesitate to apply.
Benefits
Why Join Us?
Benefits
* Rotational Schedule - Balance your life with regular days off and switch between different exciting roles and services (like daycare and holiday care)—you'll never get bored or burned out!
* Your own electric company car -Available for private use too—drive stylishly sustainable! ⚡
* Work iPhone - Stay connected and productive with the latest tech
* Free grooming for your dog - Because your furry best friend deserves luxury too!
* Entrepreneurial growth - Learn how to run and grow a successful business, develop new skills, and truly dream big.
* Bring your whole self to work - Your ideas matter—we are always learning and growing together.
* Endless possibilities - Develop your skills in the dog industry, expand your business expertise, and even grow into a Location Manager role, helping to establish and build exciting new Bark and Bone locations!
Our vibe:
At Bark and Bone, we're dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where dogs feel safe and deeply loved, and our team takes pride in contributing to their happiness and well-being.
Our thoughtfully designed spaces, inspired by nature, provide a cozy, welcoming atmosphere - not just for our furry friends, but for our amazing team as well.
You'll join an adventurous journey with a growing company, surrounded by a supportive and friendly community where you're encouraged to be your authentic self, share your passions, and grow both personally and professionally.
We believe every day should be exciting, meaningful, and joyful - just like spending time with dogs.