Groomer

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Benefits and Perks:

• A competitive compensation plan that includes salary, plus tips
• Free monthly services for your pup!
• Scheduling and bookings handled by front desk; all customer-facing details handled by someone else!
• Health and wellness focus allows you to address needs of the dog vs. styling for the pleasure of the pet parent

 
About the Position: 
The Groomer is an integral position at Scenthound, offering expert grooming knowledge, providing leadership to a team of bathers, and facilitating training to new groomers.
This position requires:

• At least 2 years of grooming experience or graduation from a grooming school 
• Knowledge of dog breeds, their grooming and 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 teaching their passion to others! A successful Groomer is knowledgeable, perceptive, patient, adaptable, and a compassionate dog lover! We are looking for a motivating leader who can assess the needs, strengths, and weaknesses of their team members to provide effective learning opportunities. 

 
Tasks 

• Groom to Scenthound standards while providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the grooming and bathing teams
• Create an environment conducive to learning, open communication, and teamwork
• Teach new groomers the Scenthound standards; provide ongoing coaching and mentorship 
• 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
• Leadership, coaching, mentorship
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Time-management
• Ability to self-critique; hold oneself and others to high standards of grooming