Dog Groomer

Scenthound SODO Orlando, FL; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Merit-based pay increases

Career growth path

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

Scenthound SODO Orlando, FL, is seeking a Dog Groomer who provides grooming services to clients with integrity and care. This position requires a confident groomer knowledgeable about dog breeds and grooming standards.

The ideal candidate should have leadership potential and a passion for dogs. Employees enjoy benefits like flexible schedules, competitive pay plus tips, and career growth opportunities.

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

Responsibilities

• Groom to Scenthound standards.
• Focus on puppy cuts and ensure the safety of dogs and team members.
• Create an open communication environment and identify help needs.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Self-critique ability

Education

Graduation from grooming school

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• 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.
• We focus on 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 role based 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