Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Training & Growth

Petco; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

401k matching

Paid PTO

Petco discounts

Provided supplies

Modern equipment

Job summary

Petco is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist to begin a ten-week grooming training program. You’ll learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, and other essential skills under seasoned groomers. The role emphasizes safety, pet welfare, and customer service while offering clear paths for career growth.

We provide competitive pay, health benefits, a 401k plan, PTO, and Petco discounts, plus all necessary supplies and modern grooming equipment to support your development and success in the grooming department.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience
• 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
• 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

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, including but not limited to cleaning air filters, vents, and drains
• 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 care aptitude

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist to begin a ten-week grooming training program. You’ll learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, and other essential skills under seasoned groomers. The role emphasizes safety, pet welfare, and customer service while offering clear paths for career growth.

We provide competitive pay, health benefits, a 401k plan, PTO, and Petco discounts, plus all necessary supplies and modern grooming equipment to support your development and success in the grooming department.