Pet Grooming Pro: Growth & Benefits

Petco; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Pet Stylist for its grooming salon. The role focuses on delivering expert grooming services, including bathing, drying, brushing, and styling, while ensuring pet safety and customer satisfaction. You will work with a team, use professional tools, and follow Petco standards.

The position requires weekend, evening, and holiday availability, with opportunities for growth to leadership roles and grooming mentorship within a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of Pet Stylist Apprentice program or prior grooming experience.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving.
• Genuine passion for animals and grooming.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming: bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, nail trimming.
• Interact with pet parents and provide grooming recommendations.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the salon and tools.
• Adhere to grooming standards and Petco policies.
• Train or supervise trainees when needed.

Skills

Grooming skills

Communication skills

Animal handling

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

High-school diploma preferred

Tools

Grooming tools

Job description

Petco is seeking a Pet Stylist for its grooming salon. The role focuses on delivering expert grooming services, including bathing, drying, brushing, and styling, while ensuring pet safety and customer satisfaction. You will work with a team, use professional tools, and follow Petco standards.

The position requires weekend, evening, and holiday availability, with opportunities for growth to leadership roles and grooming mentorship within a dynamic retail environment.