Pet Stylist: Elevate Comfort & Style

Petco; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Pet Stylist to provide expert grooming services for our pet clients. You will perform baths, cuts, styling, nails, ears, and grooming maintenance with emphasis on safety and customer care.

The role offers opportunities for advancement within grooming leadership and mentoring roles, plus a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO. Weekend/evening hours may be required.

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.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred, though not required.
• Latitude for independent judgement and problem solving in routine to moderately complex situations.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments such as clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers.
• Prioritize pet safety and well-being while delivering high customer satisfaction.
• Train or supervise entry-level trainees in the absence of a Grooming Salon Leader.

Skills

Professional grooming

Bathing & drying

Nail trimming

Ear cleaning

Breed knowledge

Customer service

Disinfection

Training trainees

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

High-school diploma or GED

Tools

Clippers

Blades

Shears

Dryers

Job description

Petco is seeking a Pet Stylist to provide expert grooming services for our pet clients. You will perform baths, cuts, styling, nails, ears, and grooming maintenance with emphasis on safety and customer care.

The role offers opportunities for advancement within grooming leadership and mentoring roles, plus a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO. Weekend/evening hours may be required.