Pet Groomer & Stylist - Competitive Pay & Benefits

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Arena (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) and more

Paid Time Off

Petco discounts

Supplies provided

State-of-the-art equipment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a professional Pet Stylist to provide expert grooming services for our clients’ dogs and cats. You’ll showcase creativity and precision, delivering top-quality care and a positive experience for both pets and their owners.

The role requires strong grooming skills, animal handling, and customer service, with opportunities for advancement through grooming leadership and mentorship programs.

Qualifications

• Proficient grooming techniques including bathing, drying, clipping, and styling.
• Strong animal handling and safety awareness.
• Excellent customer service and communication with pet parents.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming (bath, dry, brush, haircut, styling, nail trim, ear and gland cleaning).
• Operate grooming tools (clippers, blades, shears, brushes, dryers).
• Prioritize pet safety and comfort; report concerns to store management.
• Assess coat type and temperament to customize grooming plans.
• Educate pet parents on maintenance and at-home care practices.
• Maintain clean, sanitary grooming area adhering to policies.
• Ensure consistent grooming quality across sessions.
• May train or supervise entry-level trainees in absence of Salon Leader.

Skills

Grooming expertise

Animal handling

Customer service

Weekend/evenings availability

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a professional Pet Stylist to provide expert grooming services for our clients’ dogs and cats. You’ll showcase creativity and precision, delivering top-quality care and a positive experience for both pets and their owners.

The role requires strong grooming skills, animal handling, and customer service, with opportunities for advancement through grooming leadership and mentorship programs.