About Scenthound At Scenthound, we specialize in routine care that helps dogs live longer, healthier lives. Our focus is on the five core areas of wellness: Skin, Coat, Ears, Nails, and Teeth (S.C.E.N.T.).We keep grooming simple with our puppy cut-only model , allowing our team to focus on safe, consistent, high-quality care without complicated breed-specific or show cuts. Above all, dog safety is our top priority. What We Offer Closed Sundays, no late nights (closes at 5pm) Merit-based raises and growth opportunities Complimentary Scenthound membership Supportive team culture with ongoing training and mentorship Benefits package including Medical/Vision/Dental/Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Headspace Subscription, and more About the Role The Groomer in Training role bridges the gap between Dog Bather and Dog Groomer . It's designed for someone with foundational dog-care and bathing skills who is ready to develop professional grooming skills.

You'll continue performing essential hygiene services while receiving hands-on training in clipper work, scissoring, coat preparation, and Scenthound's standardized puppy cuts. As your skills, efficiency, and confidence grow, you'll take on more grooming responsibilities with the goal of progressing into a Dog Groomer role. What You'll Do Perform bathing, blow drying, brushing, teeth brushing, ear cleaning, nail services, and gland expressions Properly prep dogs and coats for grooming Learn safe clipper and scissor techniques, including paw, sanitary, face, and finishing work Learn and perform Scenthound's standardized puppy cuts as your skills progress Build grooming speed, quality, and consistency through hands-on coaching Follow all dog handling and safety protocols to provide a low-stress experience Maintain a clean, safe, and professional work environment Work collaboratively with the team and apply coaching and feedback What We're Looking For Previous professional dog bathing or hands-on dog-care experience preferred Strong foundational bathing, drying, brushing, nail, and dog-handling skills A genuine desire to develop professional grooming skills Coachable and committed to learning and continued improvement Patient, adaptable, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure Team-oriented with strong communication and time-management skills Reliable, punctual, and passionate about dog wellness and safety Physically able to lift up to 70 pounds and stand for extended periods Reliable transportation and willingness to work in a smoke-free environment Career Path & Growth This position is designed with a clear path for advancement: Dog Bather → Groomer in Training → Dog Groomer Progression is based on demonstrated skill, safety, quality, consistency, and efficiency . Additional leadership opportunities may also be available as Scenthound continues to grow. Why Join Scenthound? Hourly pay plus share of tips Hands-on grooming training, coaching, and mentorship Clear career path to becoming a Dog Groomer Merit-based raises and growth opportunities Supportive, team-focused environment Complimentary services for your own pup Benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Headspace subscription, and more If you have a strong foundation in dog care and are ready to take the next step toward becoming a professional Groomer, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and grow your grooming career with Scenthound!

Pay:

$17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Paid training Professional development assistance Tools provided Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person