Junior Pet Stylist — Grooming Training & Growth

Petco; Maryland; Sur place; USD 14 000 - 27 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Résumé du poste

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist to join our grooming team. You will begin with a 10-week training period learning bathing, drying, nail trimming and other essential grooming tasks under experienced groomers.

The role emphasizes safety, patient care, and strong customer service toward pet parents. Ideal candidates have a passion for animals, basic dog breed knowledge, and excellent communication skills.

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 pursuing a career in pet grooming.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior and common grooming practices.
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
• Able to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required.

Responsabilités

• Perform limited grooming services under supervision: bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning and gland cleaning.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of every animal in the salon.
• Provide professional customer service to pet parents and address grooming inquiries.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized grooming area and tools.
• Schedule grooming appointments and maintain records.
• Learn and follow Petco grooming policies and standards.

Connaissances

Verbal communication

Written communication

Animal handling

Dog breed knowledge

Formation

High-school diploma or GED

Description du poste

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist to join our grooming team. You will begin with a 10-week training period learning bathing, drying, nail trimming and other essential grooming tasks under experienced groomers.

The role emphasizes safety, patient care, and strong customer service toward pet parents. Ideal candidates have a passion for animals, basic dog breed knowledge, and excellent communication skills.