Junior Pet Stylist: Start Your Grooming Career

Petco; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 27,000; 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 provided

State-of-the-art equipment

Job summary

Petco in Geneva, IL is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist for its grooming program. This ten-week training will teach bathing, drying, nail trimming, and basic grooming under seasoned groomers, with hands-on guidance and a clear path for career growth in pet grooming.

The role emphasizes pet safety, customer service, and teamwork. Benefits include competitive pay, health coverage, 401(k), PTO, and generous Petco discounts. Weekend/evening availability is required.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience (e.g., shelter volunteering or pet sitting)
• 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, 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
• 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
• Weeks 1-3: Learning and On-the-Job Training
• Weeks 3-10: Performing and Achieving Productivity
• Education/Experience: 0-1 year of animal related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting; High-school diploma or GED; Genuine passion for animals; Basic understanding of dog breeds and grooming practices

Skills

Animal care

Customer service

Communication

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco in Geneva, IL is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist for its grooming program. This ten-week training will teach bathing, drying, nail trimming, and basic grooming under seasoned groomers, with hands-on guidance and a clear path for career growth in pet grooming.

The role emphasizes pet safety, customer service, and teamwork. Benefits include competitive pay, health coverage, 401(k), PTO, and generous Petco discounts. Weekend/evening availability is required.