Lead Groomer

Scenthound; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay + tips

Free uniforms

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Career growth

Job summary

Scenthound in Lexington, KY is seeking a Lead Groomer to oversee grooming and bathing teams, provide training, and uphold Scenthound standards. This role emphasizes leadership, coaching, and delivering high-quality puppy cuts.

The position requires grooming experience or school completion, a knowledge of breeds and tools, and the ability to lift up to 70 pounds. A smoke-free environment and reliable transportation are expected.

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.
• Reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

Responsibilities

• Groom to Scenthound standards while leading and mentoring the grooming and bathing teams.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and feedback to team members.
• Create an environment conducive to learning, open communication, and teamwork.
• Teach new groomers the Scenthound standards and coaching practices.
• Identify where help is needed to keep the center on schedule and assist as required.
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times.
• Maintain sanitation and cleaning practices per Scenthound policies.
• Support the Scenter Manager with additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Problem-solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Grooming school graduation

1 year grooming experience

Tools

Grooming tools knowledge

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
• Merit-based pay increases
• Career growth path to other leadership positions

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