Lead Groomer

Scenthound Coon Rapids, MN; Coon Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits

Merit-based pay increases

Paid Vacation

Career growth path to other leadership positions

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

A pet care company in Coon Rapids, MN is seeking a Lead Groomer to provide expert grooming and leadership. This role requires at least 1 year of grooming experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for teaching. Successful candidates will create a supportive learning environment for their team while maintaining high grooming standards and ensuring the safety of dogs in their care. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 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 and stamina to stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and mentorship to grooming and bathing teams.
• Groom dogs according to Scenthound standards.
• Create a learning-conducive environment.

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Education

Grooming school graduation or 1 year of grooming experience

Tools

Dog grooming tools

Job description

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Benefits and Perks:
• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits
• Merit-based pay increases
• Paid Vacation
• Career growth path to other leadership positions
• Complimentary service membership

About the Position

The Lead Groomer is an integral position at Scenthound, offering expert grooming knowledge, providing leadership to a team of groomers and bathers, and facilitating training to new groomers.

This position requires:

• 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 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 Lead 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