Lead Groomer

Scenthound Warren, NJ; Warren Township (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 34.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonus based on performance

Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Merit-based pay increases

Career growth path to leadership

Complimentary service membership

Zusammenfassung

Scenthound is seeking a Lead Groomer in Warren, NJ to guide grooming and bathing teams, model high standards, and mentor new staff. You’ll groom to Scenthound standards, train teammates, and help keep schedules and safety a top priority.

The role emphasizes leadership, teaching, and patient caregiving for dogs, with opportunities for advancement and a supportive, pet-loving team environment. Experience with breed knowledge, ability to lift up to 70 pounds, and reliable transportation are

Qualifikationen

• 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 and ability to work in a smoke-free environment.

Aufgaben

• Groom to Scenthound standards while leading and mentoring grooming and bathing teams.
• Maintain schedule, provide coaching, and ensure high-quality results.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and teamwork.
• Teach new groomers the Scenthound standards and provide ongoing guidance.
• Identify where help is needed and support the team to stay on schedule.
• Ensure safety of dogs and team members at all times.
• Adhere to sanitary and cleaning practices.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Coaching

Mentorship

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Self-critique

Ausbildung

Grooming school graduate

Tools

Grooming tools

Jobbeschreibung

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• 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
• 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