Dog Groomer — Growth Path to Lead Trimmer

Scenthound Glendale, WI; Glendale (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Tips

Career growth path

Job summary

Scenthound Glendale, WI is seeking a Dog Groomer who provides grooming services with knowledge of breeds and standards. The role emphasizes grooming to a puppy-cut standard and maintaining a clean, safe, and collaborative shop floor.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of grooming experience or a grooming school credential, strong attention to detail, and the stamina to stand for long periods while lifting up to 50 pounds. Reliable transportation required.

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 50 pounds; stamina to stand for long periods of time.
• Reliable transportation
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

Responsibilities

• 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

Grooming knowledge

Dog care standards

Effective communication

Time management

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Reliability

Education

Grooming school graduate

Tools

Grooming tools knowledge

Job description

Benefits and Perks:

• Direct career growth path to Dog Trimmer position and additional options (Lead Trimmer, Front Desk, Ass. Manager, Manager)
• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

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 50 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