Lead Groomer

Scenthound Huntersville, NC; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Training & development

Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Scenthound is seeking a Lead Groomer to provide expert grooming and leadership to a team of groomers and bathers. You will mentor staff, uphold Scenthound standards, and train new hires.

The role requires grooming experience, knowledge of breeds, and the ability to lift up to 70 pounds. You’ll help maintain schedules, ensure safety, and promote a clean, learning-focused shop environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of 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 for long periods of time.
• Reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

Responsibilities

• 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

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Self-critique

Education

Grooming experience or graduation from grooming school

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Training & development

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