General Manager

General Manager — Molly’s Dog Care, Baltimore Peninsula

Full-time | Baltimore, MD | Reports to Owners

About Molly’s

At Molly’s Dog Care, we’re redefining what it means to care for dogs — blending safety, hospitality, and personalized attention to create a true boutique experience for dogs and their people. From structured daycare programs to 24/7 boarding suites, training, and grooming, every detail is designed around one goal: to raise the standard for dog care safety and hospitality.

To us, Molly’s isn’t just a place to leave your dog. Dogs aren’t packed into rooms or left overnight unattended. We’re a partner in our clients’ dog care — the place that helps dogs thrive, not just get through the day. Our approach is grounded in relationships, individualized care, and the belief that every dog deserves to feel safe, known, and happy.

About the Role

We’re doing something different here — and it comes with high standards. We expect this role to embody that difference, take pride in it, and inspire our staff to do the same. Our customers already know us by name, and we’re looking for a third face of Molly’s — someone who will lead with integrity, reliability, and genuine love for both dogs and people.

We’re looking for a reliable, driven, and compassionate leader to oversee all daily operations and ensure that every day at Molly’s runs safely, smoothly, and joyfully — for both dogs and humans.

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment
• Leads with empathy, clear communication, and high standards
• Treats every dog, client, and staff member with genuine care
• Takes ownership — not just of the tasks, but of the mission
• Can help us grow both responsibly and profitably

You’ll be the bridge between our team, our clients, and ownership — guiding daily operations, supporting staff, and ensuring our culture of trust and hospitality thrives.

Pay will be determined by experience, knowledge of the dog space, and your ability to carry the load alongside the owner. For the right person, there is an opportunity to earn into an ownership stake.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Daily Operations

Oversee daycare, boarding, grooming, and training programs to ensure safety, structure, and exceptional care every day.

Be a Face of Molly’s

Build meaningful relationships with our customers and their dogs — showing the same warmth and integrity that define our brand.

Own the Team Culture

Recruit, train, schedule, and lead a team of caring professionals. Address attendance, accountability, and performance issues with fairness and consistency. Foster a dependable, motivated environment where showing up matters.

Deliver Operational Excellence

Partner with ownership to manage staffing, daily revenue goals, and budgets. Anticipate needs, identify opportunities, and streamline systems to keep operations running efficiently.

Stay Hands-On

Jump in wherever needed — from play groups to customer service — modeling the same work ethic and care you expect from your team.

Prioritize Safety and Hospitality

Maintain safety logs, ensure protocols are followed, and uphold the Molly’s Standard of Care across every detail of the operation.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership experience in a dog daycare, boarding, or training environment (required).
• Deep understanding of dog behavior, playgroup dynamics, and safety standards
• Excellent communication and customer service skills — warm, professional, and honest
• Highly reliable with a strong sense of ownership and pride in their work
• Skilled at managing people, systems, and time — even on the busiest days
• Financial acumen and comfort working toward revenue and efficiency goals
• Passion for dogs and commitment to individualized, humane care

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Be part of a small, growing business where your work truly matters
• Collaborate directly with the owners and help shape the future of Molly’s Baltimore Peninsula
• Lead a team that values transparency, trust, and compassion
• Work in a clean, beautiful, climate-controlled facility designed for dogs and humans alike
• And most importantly — spend your days surrounded by dogs, knowing their wellbeing always comes first

Please apply here on indeed and follow up with any additional information we should know about you and your experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

• Baltimore, MD 21230 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Baltimore, MD 21230: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person