Junior Pet Stylist: Start Your Grooming Career

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Grooming supplies provided

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in California is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming. During a ten-week training period you will learn bathing, drying, nails, brushing, and more under seasoned groomers.

The role offers competitive base pay, medical, dental, vision and more, 401k, PTO, Petco discounts, and supplies/equipment to use. It’s a solid start for a career in pet grooming at Petco.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience, shelter volunteering or pet sitting preferred.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred.
• Genuine passion for animals and grooming career interest.
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes with care and empathy.
• Effective verbal and written communication with pet parents and team.
• Weekend, evening, and holiday availability as required.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning and gland cleaning.
• Ensure safety and well-being of every animal in the salon at all times.
• Interact professionally with pet parents and provide optimal customer service.
• Maintain a clean grooming area and sanitize tools; assist with cleaning tasks as needed.
• Schedule grooming appointments and maintain accurate grooming records.
• Learn and adhere to Petco grooming policies and standards.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Pet handling

Customer service

Weekend/evening availability

Education

High-school diploma or GED

0-1 year animal experience

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in California is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming. During a ten-week training period you will learn bathing, drying, nails, brushing, and more under seasoned groomers.

The role offers competitive base pay, medical, dental, vision and more, 401k, PTO, Petco discounts, and supplies/equipment to use. It’s a solid start for a career in pet grooming at Petco.