Dog Groomer

Scenthound; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free food & snacks

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

Scenthound is seeking a Dog Groomer in Jacksonville, FL to deliver professional grooming services and build lasting client relationships. The role focuses on precision grooming, client communication, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of grooming experience or has completed grooming school, and possesses knowledge of breeds, care standards, and proper grooming tools. Physical stamina and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year grooming experience or graduation from a grooming school.
• Knowledge of dog breeds, care standards, and grooming tools.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Groom to Scenthound standards.
• 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 assist to keep schedule.
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times.
• Adhere to Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Scenter Manager.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Self-critique

Education

Grooming school graduate

Tools

Grooming tools

Job description

Benefits:

• Free food & snacks
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Must have a minimum of one year professional grooming experience.

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