Junior Pet Stylist: Start Your Grooming Career

Petco; Katy (LA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Supplies & equipment supplied

State of the art equipment

Job summary

Petco seeks a Junior Pet Stylist to start a grooming career. You will learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more under experienced groomers during a ten-week training period.

The role emphasizes pet safety, comfort, and high-quality client service in a welcoming Petco Grooming team environment. Entry-level position with growth opportunities; benefits include competitive pay, health coverage options, 401k, PTO, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal-related experience, incl. shelter volunteering or pet care is a plus
• High-school diploma or GED preferred
• Genuine passion for animals and interest in pursuing a grooming career
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes with care and empathy
• Strong verbal and written communication with pet parents and team members
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning
• Ensure animal safety and well-being in the salon at all times
• Interact with pet parents to provide excellent customer service and address grooming questions
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area, sanitize tools and equipment, and perform cleaning tasks as required
• Schedule grooming appointments and maintain accurate grooming records
• Learn and follow Petco grooming policies and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency

Skills

Verbal written communication

Passion for animals

Weekend/evening/holiday availability

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco seeks a Junior Pet Stylist to start a grooming career. You will learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more under experienced groomers during a ten-week training period.

The role emphasizes pet safety, comfort, and high-quality client service in a welcoming Petco Grooming team environment. Entry-level position with growth opportunities; benefits include competitive pay, health coverage options, 401k, PTO, and employee discounts.