Junior Pet Stylist: Start Your Grooming Career

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; 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

Job summary

Petco in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist for a ten-week training program in grooming, learning bathing, drying, nails, and more under seasoned groomers. This program develops essential grooming skills and provides a strong foundation for your grooming career at Petco.

The program offers competitive base pay, benefits, 401k, PTO, Petco Discounts, and all necessary supplies and equipment, with a focus on learning and growth in a supportive team environment.

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
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices

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 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
• 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

Skills

Grooming basics

Pet handling

Customer service

Effective communication

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist for a ten-week training program in grooming, learning bathing, drying, nails, and more under seasoned groomers. This program develops essential grooming skills and provides a strong foundation for your grooming career at Petco.

The program offers competitive base pay, benefits, 401k, PTO, Petco Discounts, and all necessary supplies and equipment, with a focus on learning and growth in a supportive team environment.