Dog Groomer

Scenthound Birmingham, MI; Birmingham (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Training & development

Merit-based pay increases

Career growth path to leadership positions

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

Scenthound Birmingham is seeking a Dog Groomer who is skilled, motivated, and passionate about grooming. The role involves providing high-quality grooming services, ensuring safety and cleanliness, and creating a positive environment for both dogs and team members. This position offers competitive hourly pay, employee discounts, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• At least one year of grooming experience or graduation from a grooming school.
• Strength to lift up to 70 pounds; stamina to stand for long periods.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

Responsibilities

• Groom to Scenthound standards, primarily puppy cuts; maintain schedules.
• Ensure safety of dogs and team; adhere to cleaning practices.
• Create an environment of teamwork and open communication.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Education

Graduation from a grooming school

Tools

Grooming tools

Job description

Benefits:

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Training & development

Benefits and Perks:

Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

Merit-based pay increases

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