General Manager

Scenthound Fairfield, CT; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Wellness resources

Direct career growth path to Regional或

Added options

Job summary

Scenthound Fairfield, CT is seeking a hands-on Scenter Manager to lead daily operations, drive membership sales, and maintain dog wellness and safety.

You will mentor staff, manage KPIs, and ensure top customer service, while upholding Scenthound standards and a smoke-free environment.

Qualifications

• Management experience
• Customer service experience (retail, restaurant)
• 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

• Drive membership sales through health and wellness education
• Maintain a knowledgeable team that prioritizes dog wellness and safety
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship for the Scenter employees
• Drive employee development through leadership, training, and performance reviews
• Uphold quality standards through hands‑on participation, employee audits, and training
• Promptly and accurately communicate information from upper management to your team
• Identify when/ where help is needed and provide assistance to keep Scenter on schedule
• Create an environment conducive to teamwork, open communication, and Scenthound values
• Manage client expectations; Resolve customer concerns
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times
• Adhere on Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

Perks and Benefits:

• Direct career growth path to Regional or Area Management positions and additional options
• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips; performance bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits
• Merit-based pay increases
• Paid Vacation
• Complimentary service membership

About the Position:

The Scenter Manager is a vital position at Scenthound, offering strong leadership, sales expertise, and exceptional customer service.

This position requires:

• Management experience
• Customer service experience (retail, restaurant)
• 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 manager who leads with integrity, honesty, and compassion. A successful Scenter Manager is an independent problem solver, adaptable, detail-oriented, and compassionate dog lover! We are looking for a HANDS-ON leader who can manage the day-to‑day operations of the Scenter with an emphasis on critical KPIs: Labor Efficiency Ratio, Average Ticket Price, Rebook Ratio, etc.

Tasks:

• Drive membership sales through health and wellness education
• Maintain a knowledgeable team that prioritizes dog wellness and safety
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship for the Scenter employees
• Drive employee development through leadership, training, and performance reviews
• Uphold quality standards through hands‑on participation, employee audits, and training
• Promptly and accurately communicate information from upper management to your team
• Identify when/ where help is needed and provide assistance to keep Scenter on schedule
• Create an environment conducive to teamwork, open communication, and Scenthound values
• Manage client expectations; Resolve customer concerns
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times
• Adhere on Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices

Skills and Abilities:

• Effective communication with team members and dog parents
• Leadership, coaching, mentorship
• Recruiting, hiring, and creating a happy and effective team
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Time-management – ability to make an efficient schedule
• Computer/ technology proficiency
• Accountability; hold oneself and others to a high quality of services