Aspiring Pet Stylist — Begin Your Grooming Career

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Chester (VA); Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical benefits

401k

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Job summary

Petco seeks an entry-level Junior Pet Stylist to begin a career in grooming. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, and more during a ten-week training period with guidance from seasoned groomers.

The role emphasizes pet safety and customer service, with a path to growth through continuous training, competitive pay, and benefits. Weekend, evening, and holiday availability is required.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting, prior grooming salon assistance is preferred.
• High-school diploma or GED is preferred, though not required.
• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming.
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by the Pet Care Center’s grooming schedule.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning per instructions.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times.
• Interact professionally with pet parents and provide customer service.
• Maintain a clean grooming area and sanitize tools per policy.
• Schedule grooming appointments and maintain records.

Skills

Effective verbal and written comms

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco seeks an entry-level Junior Pet Stylist to begin a career in grooming. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, and more during a ten-week training period with guidance from seasoned groomers.

The role emphasizes pet safety and customer service, with a path to growth through continuous training, competitive pay, and benefits. Weekend, evening, and holiday availability is required.