Lead Dog Trimmer (Groomer)
Full Time • Lakeville
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Scenthound Lakeville is scheduled to open in September of 2023 and we are in the search of a Lead Groomer. Under the direction of ownership and the General Manager, this is an opportunity for a highly motivated, training focused leader. Advancement opportunities will be available as multiple locations are planned for the near future.
Benefits and Perks:
Benefits and Perks:
- Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits to be offered in the near future
- Merit-based pay increases
- Paid Vacation
- Career growth path to other leadership positions
- Complimentary service membership
About the Position:
The Lead Groomer is an integral position at Scenthound Lakeville, MN offering expert grooming knowledge, providing leadership to a team of groomers and bathers, and facilitating training to new groomers.
This position requires:
- At least 1 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 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
- 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 the Scenthound standards; provide ongoing coaching and mentorship
- 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
- Leadership, coaching, mentorship
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time-management
- Ability to self-critique; hold oneself and others to high standards of grooming.
Scenthound Lakeville will be located at 17702 Kenwood Trail Lakeville, MN 55044, next to Cub Foods-Lakeville West
Compensation: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
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We advocate for the health and well-being of dogs.
We are one team with one mission. We trust, respect and support one another.
We bring good energy to our work.
We believe in what we do.
We work with purpose. We are driven by a desire to make a positive impact.
In-house training, clear career path, attainable advancement.