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Lead GroomerScenthound Escondido, CA • Escondido, CA, US
Lead Groomer

Lead Groomer

Scenthound Escondido, CA • Escondido, CA, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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 Lead Groomer is an integral position at Scenthound, offering expert grooming knowledge, providing leadership to a team of groomers and bathers, and facilitating training to new groomers.

This position requires :

  • At least 1 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 teaching their passion to others! A successful Lead 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
  • All we do are puppy cuts; one length all-over with a neat face
  • 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
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