Junior Pet Stylist - Grooming Start & Growth

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Tuckahoe (VA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401k

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Grooming supplies provided

State-of-the-art equipment

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to begin a ten-week training program focused on foundational grooming tasks such as brushing, bathing, drying, nail trimming, and more, under seasoned groomers.

You will gain hands-on experience, learn safety and pet handling, and be prepared for a career in pet grooming. The role offers competitive base pay, benefits, 401k, PTO, Petco Discounts, and state-of-the-art grooming equipment.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting, prior grooming salon assistance is preferred.
• High-school diploma or GED is preferred, though not required.
• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming.
• 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, other cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High-school diploma or GED

0-1 year of animal related experience

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to begin a ten-week training program focused on foundational grooming tasks such as brushing, bathing, drying, nail trimming, and more, under seasoned groomers.

You will gain hands-on experience, learn safety and pet handling, and be prepared for a career in pet grooming. The role offers competitive base pay, benefits, 401k, PTO, Petco Discounts, and state-of-the-art grooming equipment.