Junior Pet Stylist — Grooming Training & Benefits

Petco; Ardmore (PA); 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

Supplies & equipment provided

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to start a rewarding career caring for pets. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, and other essential grooming tasks under seasoned groomers and gain valuable hands-on experience.

The program emphasizes training, career growth, and competitive base pay, plus benefits like medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, PTO, and employee discounts.

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.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common 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
• 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

Customer service

Animal care

Teamwork

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to start a rewarding career caring for pets. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, and other essential grooming tasks under seasoned groomers and gain valuable hands-on experience.

The program emphasizes training, career growth, and competitive base pay, plus benefits like medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, PTO, and employee discounts.