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Scenthound St. Augustine, FL

Dog Groomer

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What they do

An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.

$32,990 / year median in Florida

+18% projected growth

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Job Description

Benefits:
Opportunity for advancement Training & development Competitive salary
Benefits and Perks:
$24-25 hourly rate Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips Merit-based pay increases Career growth path to other leadership positions About the
Position:
The Groomer is an integral position at Scenthound, offering expert grooming knowledge, providing leadership to a team of groomers and bathers.
This position requires:
At least 1 year of grooming and haircut 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 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