Dog Groomer

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
• Merit-based pay increases.
• Paid Vacation.
• Career growth path to other leadership positions.
• Complimentary service membership.

About the Position:

The Dog Groomer is an integral position at Scenthound, offering grooming knowledge and providing grooming services to clients.

This Dog Groomer position requires:

• At least one year of grooming experience or graduation from a grooming school.
• Knowledge of dog breeds, care standards, and tools of the trade.
• Strength to lift up to 70 pounds; stamina to stand for long periods of time.
• Reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

Who We Are Looking For:

We are searching for a confident dog groomer who loves to groom dogs! A successful Dog Groomer is knowledgeable, perceptive, patient, adaptable, and a compassionate dog lover! We are looking for a motivated groomer to join our team!

Tasks:

• Groom to Scenthound standards.
• All we do are puppy cuts; one length all-over with a neat face.
• Create an environment conducive to learning, open communication, and teamwork.
• Identify when/ where help is needed and provide assistance to keep Scenter on schedule.
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times.
• Adhere to Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Scenter Manager.

Skills and Abilities:

• Effective communication with team members and dog parents.
• Problem-solving.
• Attention to detail.
• Time-management.
• Ability to self-critique; hold oneself and others to high standards of grooming.