Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Training & Growth

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Grooming supplies & equipment

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in grooming. Begin your Petco journey with a ten-week training period covering bathing, drying, nail trimming, and other grooming basics under seasoned groomers.

As you gain hands-on experience, you’ll build essential grooming skills and progress through a structured program, while enjoying competitive base pay, medical/dental/vision, a 401k, paid time off, Petco discounts, and access to grooming supplies and equipment.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal-related experience preferred.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred.
• Genuine passion for animals and desire to pursue grooming career.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds and grooming practices.
• Effective verbal and written communication with pet parents.
• 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, 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

Genuine passion for animals

Effective communication (verbal and WR

Weekend/evening/holiday availability

Capable of handling pets

Basic dog breed understanding

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in grooming. Begin your Petco journey with a ten-week training period covering bathing, drying, nail trimming, and other grooming basics under seasoned groomers.

As you gain hands-on experience, you’ll build essential grooming skills and progress through a structured program, while enjoying competitive base pay, medical/dental/vision, a 401k, paid time off, Petco discounts, and access to grooming supplies and equipment.