Peluquero principal

Scenthound Maple Grove, MN; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Competitive pay

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Advancement path

Paid time off

Training & development

Insurance benefits

Merit raises

Paid vacation

Leadership growth

Free service membership

Job summary

The Lead Groomer at Scenthound Maple Grove is a key team leader, delivering expert grooming knowledge and guiding a team of groomers and bathers while training new staff.

You will uphold Scenthound standards, mentor peers, and ensure safe, high-quality grooming in a supportive, smoke-free environment with opportunities for advancement and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year grooming experience or graduation from grooming school.
• Knowledge of dog breeds, care standards, and grooming tools.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Reliable transportation and ability to work in a smoke-free environment.

Responsibilities

• Groom to Scenthound standards with leadership and mentorship to 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 center 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 school graduate

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• 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