Junior Pet Stylist - Grooming Foundations & Growth

Petco; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits (medical, dental, vision)

401k

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Grooming supplies

State of the art equipment

Job summary

Petco in Cary, NC seeks a Junior Pet Stylist to begin a ten-week training in bathing, drying, nail trimming, and brushing under experienced groomers. You'll gain hands-on experience and learn Petco's grooming policies while delivering compassionate care to pets.

The role offers competitive base pay, benefits, 401k, PTO, and Petco Discounts, with opportunities to grow into grooming positions as you complete training and demonstrate reliability and kindness toward animals.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience; shelter volunteering or pet sitting preferred.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred.
• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue grooming.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds and grooming practices.

Responsibilities

• Under close supervision, perform limited grooming services: bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon.
• Interact professionally with pet parents and provide top customer service.
• Maintain a clean, safe grooming area and sanitize tools.

Skills

Animal care

Customer service

Communication

Education

High-school diploma

Tools

Grooming tools handling

Job description

Petco in Cary, NC seeks a Junior Pet Stylist to begin a ten-week training in bathing, drying, nail trimming, and brushing under experienced groomers. You'll gain hands-on experience and learn Petco's grooming policies while delivering compassionate care to pets.

The role offers competitive base pay, benefits, 401k, PTO, and Petco Discounts, with opportunities to grow into grooming positions as you complete training and demonstrate reliability and kindness toward animals.