Dog Groomer
- Scenthound
- Boise, United States
- $32,000 – $40,000
Benefits:
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Benefits and Perks:
- Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
- Merit-based pay increases
- Paid Vacation
- Career growth path to other leadership positions
- Complimentary service membership
About the Position:
The Dog Groomer is an integral position at Scenthound, offering grooming knowledge and providing grooming services to clients.
This Dog Groomer position requires:
- At least one 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 to groom dogs! A successful Dog Groomer is knowledgeable, perceptive, patient, adaptable, and a compassionate dog lover! We are looking for a motivated groomer to join our team for a full time or part-time position!
Tasks
- Groom to Scenthound standards.
- All we do are puppy cuts; one length all-over with a neat face
- Create an environment conducive to learning, open communication, and teamwork
- 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
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time-management
- Ability to self-critique; hold oneself and others to high standards of grooming
Compensation: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Skills
- Dog Grooming
- Breed Knowledge
- Pet Handling
- Sanitation Practices
- Customer Communication
- Physical Stamina
- Teamwork
