Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming & Career Growth

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 14,000 - 26,000; 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 & equipment

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to start your grooming career in a supportive, pet-loving environment.

You will learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more under seasoned groomers, with hands-on training over ten weeks. The program offers competitive pay and benefits including health, dental, 401k, PTO, Petco discounts, and access to state-of-the-art grooming equipment.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience (shelter volunteering or pet sitting preferred).
• High-school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices.
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and grooming team members.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by the grooming schedule.

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.
• 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 in adherence 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

Verbal communication

Written communication

Compassion for animals

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to start your grooming career in a supportive, pet-loving environment.

You will learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more under seasoned groomers, with hands-on training over ten weeks. The program offers competitive pay and benefits including health, dental, 401k, PTO, Petco discounts, and access to state-of-the-art grooming equipment.