Junior Pet Stylist: Launch Your Grooming Career

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part 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 hiring a Junior Groomer in Guilford, CT for a part-time position. The role focuses on basic grooming tasks during a ten-week training program, including bathing, drying, nails, and brushing, with guidance from experienced groomers.

Ideal candidates have 0–1 year of animal-related experience and a genuine passion for animals. Availability for weekends, evenings, and holidays is preferred as grooming schedules may require it. Petco offers competitive pay and benefits.

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.

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.
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is hiring a Junior Groomer in Guilford, CT for a part-time position. The role focuses on basic grooming tasks during a ten-week training program, including bathing, drying, nails, and brushing, with guidance from experienced groomers.

Ideal candidates have 0–1 year of animal-related experience and a genuine passion for animals. Availability for weekends, evenings, and holidays is preferred as grooming schedules may require it. Petco offers competitive pay and benefits.