Dog Groomer

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Benefits and Perks :

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

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-to-be.

This position requires :

• At least 3-5 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 passionate team-player who can help and grow the team of bathers while performing the Scenthound standard of excellence.

Tasks

• Groom to Scenthound standards while providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the 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