Junior Pet Stylist - Start Your Grooming Career

Petco; Ponemah (NH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Grooming supplies provided

Equipment provided

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to begin their grooming career with structured training and mentorship. The program covers bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and client communication as you develop core grooming skills with seasoned mentors.

You will work in a grooming salon environment with opportunities for hands-on practice, ongoing training, and career growth within Petco’s grooming teams, including competitive base pay and standard benefits.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting; grooming salon assistance is preferred.
• High-school diploma or GED is preferred.
• 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.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times.
• Interact professionally with pet parents, provide customer service, address grooming inquiries and provide timely resolution.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, sanitize tools and equipment; perform cleaning tasks as assigned.
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.
• Learn and adhere to Petco's grooming policies and standards.

Skills

Animal care basics

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to begin their grooming career with structured training and mentorship. The program covers bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and client communication as you develop core grooming skills with seasoned mentors.

You will work in a grooming salon environment with opportunities for hands-on practice, ongoing training, and career growth within Petco’s grooming teams, including competitive base pay and standard benefits.