Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Training & Benefits

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Oak Knoll (MN); On-site; USD 14,000 - 27,000; 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

State of the art equipment

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in Minnesota's Oak Knoll area is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist to start your grooming career. Learn fundamentals of bathing, drying, nail trimming, and brushing under guidance from experienced groomers.

You will gain hands-on experience, focusing on pet safety, comfort, and customer service while progressing through a structured ten-week program. Benefits and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred, though not required.
• Genuine passion for animals.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior and grooming practices.
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and grooming team members.
• 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.
• 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

Animal experience

Customer service

Communication

Pet handling

Weekend availability

Grooming basics

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Tools

Grooming equipment

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in Minnesota's Oak Knoll area is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist to start your grooming career. Learn fundamentals of bathing, drying, nail trimming, and brushing under guidance from experienced groomers.

You will gain hands-on experience, focusing on pet safety, comfort, and customer service while progressing through a structured ten-week program. Benefits and growth opportunities are provided.