Dog Groomer

Scenthound; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Training & development

Merit-based pay increases

Paid vacation

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

Scenthound is seeking a Dog Groomer to join our Boise team. The role focuses on providing grooming services to clients, maintaining Scenthound standards, and contributing to a positive, learning-oriented shop environment.

We offer full-time or part-time work with opportunities for advancement, training, and employee discounts. A reliable, customer-focused groomer will thrive here.

Qualifications

• At least one year of grooming experience or graduation from a grooming school.
• Knowledge of dog breeds, care standards and grooming tools.

Responsibilities

• Groom to Scenthound standards.
• Perform puppy cuts: one length all-over with a neat face.
• Foster learning, open communication and teamwork.
• Identify when/where help is needed to keep schedule.
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times.
• Adhere to sanitary and cleaning practices.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Scenter Manager.

Skills

Grooming expertise

Client communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Tools

Grooming tools

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
• Merit-based pay increases
• Paid Vacation
• 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 tradeli>
• 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 for a full time or part-time position!

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