Pet Grooming Stylist — Elevate Care & Craft

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package (medical, dental, etc

401k

Paid Time Off

Petco discounts

Grooming tools provided

Career development

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. is seeking a Pet Stylist to deliver professional grooming services for dogs and cats in our grooming salon.

You will bathe, dry, brush, cut, trim nails, clean ears, and ensure safety and comfort for every pet while delivering excellent customer service. We offer competitive base pay, medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, Petco discounts, and growth paths such as Grooming Salon Leader and Grooming Instructor.

Qualifications

• Completion of Pet Stylist Apprentice program or prior grooming experience
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Independent problem solving with grooming skills
• Results-driven with productivity and ownership of role
• Strong attention to detail and care for animals
• Genuine passion for animals and grooming expertise
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required

Responsibilities

• Provide professional grooming services (bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, nail trimming, ear cleaning, gland cleaning) per pet parents' instructions and breed standards
• Operate and maintain grooming tools (clippers, blades, shears, brushes, dryers)
• Prioritize pet safety and comfort; monitor for signs of distress and report concerns
• Evaluate coat type, skin conditions, and temperament to customize grooming
• Interact with pet parents; offer grooming recommendations and resolve inquiries
• Educate clients on grooming maintenance and at-home care
• Maintain clean, safe grooming area and sanitize tools per policy
• Adhere to grooming policies to ensure safety, quality, and consistency
• Assist and supervise trainees when needed

Skills

Pet grooming expertise

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

Tools

Clippers

Blades

Nail trimmers

Brushes & dryers

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. is seeking a Pet Stylist to deliver professional grooming services for dogs and cats in our grooming salon.

You will bathe, dry, brush, cut, trim nails, clean ears, and ensure safety and comfort for every pet while delivering excellent customer service. We offer competitive base pay, medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, Petco discounts, and growth paths such as Grooming Salon Leader and Grooming Instructor.