Lead Groomer

Scenthound Coon Rapids, MN; Coon Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Merit-based pay increases

Paid vacation

Career growth opportunities

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

Scenthound is seeking a Lead Groomer to oversee grooming and bathing teams, providing leadership, coaching, and training to keep high standards. The role emphasizes mentorship, schedule management, and safety for dogs and staff.

The successful candidate will guide others, ensure adherence to sanitary practices, and contribute to a positive learning environment while maintaining the Scenthound brand and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 1+ year grooming experience or graduation from grooming school
• Knowledge of dog breeds, care standards, and tools of the trade
• Strength to lift up to 70 pounds; stamina to stand long periods
• Reliable transportation
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment
• Weekend availability

Responsibilities

• Groom to Scenthound standards while leading grooming and bathing teams
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the grooming team
• Create an environment conducive to learning, open communication, and teamwork
• Teach new groomers the Scenthound standards; ongoing coaching
• Identify when/where help is needed to keep schedule on track
• Ensure safety of dogs and team members at all times
• Adhere to sanitary and cleaning practices
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Scenter Manager
• Support continuous improvement and training initiatives

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Mentorship

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Self-critique

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
• Weekend availibility

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