Lead Groomer

Who We Are

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 We are a revolutionary concept disrupting an outdated industry,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.

NORTH STAR

We remove barriers so that people can love and connect with their dogs every day.

VALUES

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

About the Position

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 2 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

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

Create an environment conducive to learning, open communication, and teamwork

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

Ensure 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

Benefits

Competitive compensation plan that includes salary, bonuses, tips, and paid vacation

Merit-based pay increases

Be part of an exciting new concept in dog care pioneering change in the dog grooming industry.

Scenthound’s Ideology : To inspire a world where dogs and their humans love and connect on a daily basis by

removing barriers to clean, healthy dogs.

It’s scientifically proven that dogs make us happier, healthier humans. A clean, healthy pup gets more love and

snuggles good for people and dogs alike!

Who we are : Scenthound is NOT an ordinary dog grooming shop. Dogs require routine grooming in order to

stay clean, comfortable and healthy. With a focus on health, and not just haircuts, Scenthound is pioneering

change in an outdated industry. We are the largest independently-owned dog grooming business in Palm

Beach County. Our innovative wellness-focused, membership-based business model is the basis for a franchise

concept poised to explode in South Florida in 2019. It is our goal to make basic grooming and monthly

maintenance accessible and affordable for all dogs. Scenthound offers its members reliable care on a regular

schedule in a clean, safe, loving environment.

REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS :

One to two years of grooming experience (recent grooming school grads will be considered)

Must love dogs and have a great deal of patience and empathy

Be a team player with a positive attitude and good energy

Must be able to stand for long periods of time and do physical work all-day

Must be able to lift up to 50 Lbs.

Available to work weekends (9-5 on Saturdays and / or 10-4 on Sundays)

Ability to listen and respond to requests and feedback from Customers and Management

Keep a clean, organized work environment

Uphold Scenthound’s standards of process and quality

PERKS :

Competitive pay plus tips

Advancement opportunities

Merit-based pay increases

Excellent benefits package : includes medical, dental, and vision insurance

Fun, loving and respectful work environment!

Sign on Bonus $500 ($250 to be paid after first 30 days, $250 to be paid after 90 days)

Last updated : 2024-04-27