Dog Groomer

Scenthound Linden, NJ • Linden, NJ

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About The Position

The Dog Groomer is an integral position at Scenthound, providing grooming knowledge and grooming services to clients. The role focuses on grooming dogs to Scenthound standards; services are puppy cuts, described as one length all over with a neat face. The groomer helps maintain a safe, sanitary, communicative, and collaborative environment for dogs, team members, and dog parents.

Requirements

• At least one year of grooming experience or graduation from a grooming school.
• Knowledge of dog breeds, care standards, and grooming tools.
• Strength to lift up to 70 pounds and stamina to stand for long periods.
• Reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.
• Effective communication with team members and dog parents.
• Problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and time-management skills.
• Ability to self-critique and hold oneself and others to high grooming standards.

Nice To Haves

• Confidence, patience, adaptability, perceptiveness, compassion for dogs, and motivation.

Responsibilities

• Groom dogs to Scenthound standards, providing puppy cuts that are one length all over with a neat face.
• Help create an environment conducive to learning, open communication, and teamwork.
• Identify when and where help is needed and provide assistance to keep the Scenter on schedule.
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times.
• Follow Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Scenter Manager.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Training and development
• Competitive hourly base pay plus tips
• Merit-based pay increases
• Paid vacation
• Career growth path to other leadership positions
• Complimentary service membership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed