Grooming Apprentice: Learn, Groom, Grow

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; North Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Grooming supplies and equipment

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist for our Grooming team. You will Begin with a ten-week training program, learning bathing, drying, nail trimming, and basic grooming under experienced groomers.

The role emphasizes safety and welfare of pets, and delivering friendly service to pet parents in a busy grooming salon environment. The position welcomes individuals with 0-1 year of animal experience and a true passion for animals.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience; shelter volunteering or pet-sitting preferred.
• Genuine passion for animals and desire to pursue a career in pet grooming.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required by the grooming schedule.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform limited grooming services: bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, gland cleaning.
• Ensure safety and well-being of every animal in the salon.
• Interact with pet parents and provide excellent customer service.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized grooming area and tools per Petco policies.
• Schedule appointments and maintain grooming records.
• Learn and follow Petco grooming policies and guidelines.

Skills

Animal experience

Passion for animals

Weekend availability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist for our Grooming team. You will Begin with a ten-week training program, learning bathing, drying, nail trimming, and basic grooming under experienced groomers.

The role emphasizes safety and welfare of pets, and delivering friendly service to pet parents in a busy grooming salon environment. The position welcomes individuals with 0-1 year of animal experience and a true passion for animals.