Lead Dog Groomer & Team Mentor

Scenthound Frazer, PA; United States; On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Merit-based pay increases

Paid Vacation

Career growth path

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

A dog grooming service is seeking a Lead Groomer to provide expert grooming, lead a team, and facilitate training. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of grooming experience, is knowledgeable about dog breeds, and possesses strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include grooming to established standards, mentorship of new groomers, and maintaining dog safety. This positions offers competitive hourly pay with benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• At least 1 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.

Responsibilities

• Groom to Scenthound standards while providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship.
• Create an environment conducive to learning, open communication, and teamwork.
• Teach new groomers the Scenthound standards; provide ongoing coaching.

Skills

Effective communication with team members and dog parents

Leadership, coaching, mentorship

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Education

Graduation from a grooming school

Job description

A dog grooming service is seeking a Lead Groomer to provide expert grooming, lead a team, and facilitate training. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of grooming experience, is knowledgeable about dog breeds, and possesses strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include grooming to established standards, mentorship of new groomers, and maintaining dog safety. This positions offers competitive hourly pay with benefits and opportunities for career advancement.