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 We are a revolutionary concept disrupting an outdated industry, focused on the dog’s overall health and wellness, not only haircuts!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. 

 

We enrich the connection between people and their dogs. 

 

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

 

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 5 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 

 

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.

 

·        Groom to Scenthound standards while providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the grooming and bathing teams

·        Create a positive, communicative team environment that encourages learning, growth, and communication

·        Teach new groomers the Scenthound standards; provide ongoing coaching and mentorship 

·        Ensure dog safety protocols are always followed to provide a stress-free experience for dogs and team members

·        Provide hands-on support to maintain service flow and on-time services

·        Set the pace and tone for productivity and efficiency in the back-of-house.

·        Adhere to Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices 

·        Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Scenter Manager

 

·        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

·        Confidence and empathy in handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments

·        A team player who takes initiative, follows through, and holds others accountable