Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming & Growth Path

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

All the supplies & equipment you need

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in Topeka, KS is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to learn and perform bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under seasoned groomers.

This ten-week training program builds essential grooming skills and sets the foundation for a lasting pet-care career. Benefits include competitive pay, medical/dental/vision, 401k, PTO, and Petco discounts. Strong interest in animals and flexibility for weekends are valued.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience 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.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by the Pet Care Center’s 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 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
• 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
• Learn dog behavior, pet and self-safety, proper check-in/out procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and begin on-the-job training in bathing and drying techniques
• Perform bathing and walk-in services while achieving weekly productivity goals

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Pet care

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in Topeka, KS is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to learn and perform bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under seasoned groomers.

This ten-week training program builds essential grooming skills and sets the foundation for a lasting pet-care career. Benefits include competitive pay, medical/dental/vision, 401k, PTO, and Petco discounts. Strong interest in animals and flexibility for weekends are valued.