Junior Pet Stylist - Grooming Career Start

Petco; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

All grooming supplies & equipment

State of the art equipment and tools

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming in Gonzales, LA to start a ten-week training period learning bathing, drying, nail trimming, and brushing under seasoned groomers. The role emphasizes safety and welfare of pets, and customer service to pet parents.

The program includes hands-on skills development, with opportunities to advance within Petco Grooming. Benefits include competitive base pay, health plans, 401k, PTO, and Petco discounts.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and grooming team members.
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required by the grooming schedule.
• Genuine passion for animals and grooming; basic understanding of dog breeds and 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 in adherence to Petco hygiene and sanitation policies, other cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned, including but not limited to cleaning air filters, vents, and drains
• 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

Education

High-school diploma or GED (preferred)

Job description

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming in Gonzales, LA to start a ten-week training period learning bathing, drying, nail trimming, and brushing under seasoned groomers. The role emphasizes safety and welfare of pets, and customer service to pet parents.

The program includes hands-on skills development, with opportunities to advance within Petco Grooming. Benefits include competitive base pay, health plans, 401k, PTO, and Petco discounts.