Pet Groomer — Expert Cuts & Loving Care

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 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

All the supplies & equipment you need

State of the art equipment

Career development and growth

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in Wheaton, IL, is seeking a Pet Stylist to deliver professional grooming services, including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, nail trimming, and more, ensuring pets' safety and comfort.

You will work with a supportive team, use state-of-the-art equipment, and help pet parents with grooming maintenance and at-home care, with opportunities for career development such as Grooming Salon Leader or Mentor roles.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco, or previous experience as a professional groomer and/or completion of a technical grooming training program.
• Latitude for independent judgement and problem solving, using grooming skills and knowledge to solve problems in routine to moderately complex situations, with some guidance from Grooming Salon Leader, Solutions Manager, or Store General Manager when necessary.
• Results-driven with commitment to productivity, performance, and ownership of role in the grooming salon.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring grooming services are executed accurately and to the highest standards.
• Genuine passion for animals with a desire to continue a career in pet grooming.
• Expert knowledge of various dog breeds, grooming requirements, common health issues and behaviors.
• High level of proficiency in breed-specific cuts, styling techniques, and grooming standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and grooming team members.
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
• Available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, and holidays, as required by the Pet Care Center's grooming schedule.

Responsibilities

• Under moderate to limited supervision, perform professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, according to pet parent's instructions and adhering to breed standards and company policies and procedures.
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments, including clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers.
• Prioritize safety and well-being of pets, monitor for discomfort or illness, and report concerns to owners and management.
• Interact professionally with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address inquiries, and offer grooming recommendations.
• Educate and provide custom grooming maintenance and at-home care recommendations to promote overall well-being.

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in Wheaton, IL, is seeking a Pet Stylist to deliver professional grooming services, including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, nail trimming, and more, ensuring pets' safety and comfort.

You will work with a supportive team, use state-of-the-art equipment, and help pet parents with grooming maintenance and at-home care, with opportunities for career development such as Grooming Salon Leader or Mentor roles.