Dog Groomer

Scenthound San Antonio Stone Oak, TX; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Vacation

Merit-based pay increases

Career growth path to leadership

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

Scenthound San Antonio Stone Oak, TX is seeking a confident Dog Groomer to provide grooming services and deliver high-quality care for our canine clients. The role emphasizes grooming knowledge, client interaction, and adherence to safety and hygiene standards in a fast-paced shop environment.

The successful candidate will have at least one year of grooming experience or completed grooming school, with the stamina to stand long hours and lift up to 70 pounds.

Qualifications

• 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 long periods.
• Reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

Responsibilities

• Groom to Scenthound standards.
• Puppy cuts: one length all-over with a neat face.
• Promote learning, open communication and teamwork.
• Identify when help is needed to keep the schedule on track.
• Ensure dog and team safety at all times.
• Adhere to sanitary and cleaning practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Grooming expertise

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Grooming school graduation

Tools

Grooming tools

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 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