Lead Dog Groomer

Job Description

Lead Groomer

Who We Are

Scenthound is not your everyday dog grooming shop. We are a revolutionary concept disrupting an outdated

industry, focused on the dog’s overall health and wellness, not only haircuts! Our membership-based business model

allows dogs to receive routine maintenance and consistent care. At Scenthound, we are a culture-driven, highly

collaborative team that prioritizes dog and employee safety. Through our North Star and values, we inspire the dog-

human connection by helping dog parents maintain clean, healthy dogs.

NORTH STAR

We remove barriers so that people can love and connect with their dogs every day.

VALUES

Dog First. One Pack. Bring Love. Seek Growth. Make A Difference.

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 2 years of grooming experience or graduation from a grooming school

∙Knowledge of dog breeds, their grooming and 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

∙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 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

Benefits

∙Competitive compensation plan that includes salary, bonuses, tips, and paid vacation

∙Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits

∙Merit-based pay increases

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Be part of an exciting new concept in dog care pioneering change in the dog grooming industry.

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Scenthound’s Ideology: To inspire a world where dogs and their humans love and connect on a daily basis by

removing barriers to clean, healthy dogs.

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It’s scientifically proven that dogs make us happier, healthier humans. A clean, healthy pup gets more love and

snuggles – good for people and dogs alike!

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Who we are: Scenthound is NOT an ordinary dog grooming shop. Dogs require routine grooming in order to

stay clean, comfortable and healthy. With a focus on health, and not just haircuts, Scenthound is pioneering

change in an outdated industry. We are the largest independently-owned dog grooming business in Palm

Beach County. Our innovative wellness-focused, membership-based business model is the basis for a franchise

concept poised to explode in South Florida in 2019. It is our goal to make basic grooming and monthly

maintenance accessible and affordable for all dogs. Scenthound offers its members reliable care on a regular

schedule in a clean, safe, loving environment.

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REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

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∙One to two years of grooming experience (recent grooming school grads will be considered)

∙Must love dogs and have a great deal of patience and empathy

∙Be a team player with a positive attitude and good energy

∙Must be able to stand for long periods of time and do physical work all-day

∙Must be able to lift up to 50 Lbs.

∙Available to work weekends (8-5 on Saturdays and 11-4 on Sundays)

∙Ability to listen and respond to requests and feedback from Customers and Management

∙Keep a clean, organized work environment

∙Uphold Scenthound’s standards of process and quality

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PERKS:

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∙Competitive pay plus tips

∙Advancement opportunities

∙Merit-based pay increases

∙Excellent benefits package: includes medical, dental, and vision insurance

∙Fun, loving and respectful work environment!