Dog Groomer

Scenthound St. Augustine, FL; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement

Training

Competitive pay

Tips included

Merit increases

Career growth

Job summary

Scenthound is seeking a confident dog groomer to lead the grooming and bathing teams, sharing expert skills and guiding others to maintain high standards.

The role requires at least 1 year of grooming experience or graduation from a grooming school, knowledge of breeds, and the ability to lift up to 70 pounds. Competitive hourly pay ($24–$25) plus tips, with a path for advancement.

Qualifications

• 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 time.
• 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

Leadership

Coaching

Mentorship

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Self-critique

Education

Grooming school graduation

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 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 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