Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Basics & Growth Path

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. (old); Corona (CA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Petco discounts

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to begin with a ten-week training period learning bathing, drying, nail trimming, and more under seasoned groomers. This entry pathway emphasizes pet safety and customer service while developing essential grooming skills.

During the program you’ll gain hands-on experience with our grooming processes and standards. The role offers competitive base pay, benefits, a 401(k), paid time off, and Petco discounts as part of total

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of animal-related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting.
• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices.

Responsibilities

• Under close supervision of experienced groomers, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning according to the pet parents’ instructions and in adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times.
• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming related inquiries and provide timely resolution; maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect and sanitize grooming tools and equipment, perform daily and weekly cleaning duties in the salon and adhere to Petco hygiene and sanitation policies.
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.
• Learn and adhere to Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in all activities and areas of the grooming business.

Skills

Animal care

Communication

Availability

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to begin with a ten-week training period learning bathing, drying, nail trimming, and more under seasoned groomers. This entry pathway emphasizes pet safety and customer service while developing essential grooming skills.

During the program you’ll gain hands-on experience with our grooming processes and standards. The role offers competitive base pay, benefits, a 401(k), paid time off, and Petco discounts as part of total