Junior Pet Stylist: Learn Grooming & Grow Your Career

Petco; Lemon Grove (CA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

All supplies & equipment provided

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist to begin a grooming career. You’ll learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, and brushing under seasoned groomers during a ten‑week training program.

The role emphasizes pet safety, customer care, and hands‑on skill development, with competitive base pay and benefits highlighted in the posting. Applicants should have 0‑1 year animal experience, a basic understanding of dog grooming, and a willingness to work weekends and evenings.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience 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.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing and ear cleaning.
• Ensure the safety and well‑being of every animal in the salon at all times.
• Interact professionally with pet parents and provide outstanding customer service.
• Maintain a clean grooming area, disinfect tools, and follow hygiene policies.
• Schedule appointments, manage paperwork, and keep grooming records.
• Learn and follow Petco's grooming policies and standards.

Skills

Customer service

Pet care

Communication

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist to begin a grooming career. You’ll learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, and brushing under seasoned groomers during a ten‑week training program.

The role emphasizes pet safety, customer care, and hands‑on skill development, with competitive base pay and benefits highlighted in the posting. Applicants should have 0‑1 year animal experience, a basic understanding of dog grooming, and a willingness to work weekends and evenings.