Animal Breeding, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Leadership, Lift/Move 70 Pounds, Mentoring, Problem Solving Skills, Safety/Work Safety, Standards of Care, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching
Benefits and Perks:
- Part time or full-time opportunities
- $17 to $20 with tips / per hour (depending on experience)
- Merit-based pay increases
- Career growth path to other leadership positions
About the Position:
The Dog Groomer is an integral position at Scenthound, offering expert grooming knowledge and training/assisting in overseeing groomers in training.
This position requires:
- At least 1 year of grooming experience or graduation from a grooming school
- Knowledge of dog breeds & care standards
- Own & maintain your own grooming tools
- 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 Dog Groomer is knowledgeable, perceptive, patient, adaptable, and a compassionate dog lover!
Tasks
- Groom to Scenthound standards while providing mentorship to the bathing / groomers in training 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 in training the Scenthound standards
- 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
- Mentorship
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time-management
- Ability to self-critique; hold oneself and others to high standards of grooming
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Scenthound Overland Park, KS