Scenthound Lynnwood Lead Groomer

Scenthound Lynnwood, WA; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Competitive hourly base pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Vacation

Career growth path

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

Scenthound Lynnwood, WA is looking for a Lead Groomer with strong grooming knowledge and leadership abilities. This role involves guiding a team and providing training to new groomers while ensuring high standards in dog care and safety.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of grooming experience or a degree from a grooming school, alongside a passion for dog care. The position offers competitive pay, 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 of time.

Responsibilities

• Groom to Scenthound standards while providing leadership to the grooming team.
• Teach new groomers the Scenthound standards and provide mentorship.
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times.

Skills

Grooming knowledge

Effective communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• 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