Dog Groomer

Scenthound Fleming Island, FL; Alaska; On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Scenthound Fleming Island, FL is hiring a Dog Groomer to lead grooming and bathing teams, deliver high-quality cuts, and mentor peers. The role focuses on upholding Scenthound standards while fostering a learning environment and teamwork. A confident mentor who can guide others to achieve consistent puppy-cut results is desired.

This position emphasizes leadership, grooming expertise, and the ability to train new groomers, with emphasis on safety and sanitation in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 1+ year grooming experience or graduation from a grooming school.
• Knowledge of dog breeds, care standards, and tools of the trade.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds; stand for long periods; reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

Responsibilities

• 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

Grooming

Leadership

Mentorship

Team coaching

Communication

Time management

Job description

Benefits:

• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Competitive salary

Benefits and Perks:

$24-25 hourly rate

• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
• Merit-based pay increases
• Career growth path to other leadership positions

About the Position:

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

This position requires:

• At least 1 year of grooming and haircut 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 timeReliable 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
• 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