Pet Stylist: Elevate Grooming & Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

Petco Discounts

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

All grooming supplies provided

Job summary

Petco Grooming is seeking a skilled Pet Stylist to deliver expert grooming services for dogs and maintain the highest standards of safety and care. You will bathe, dry, cut, and style coats while respecting breed norms and client directions.

You will interact with pet parents, provide home-care recommendations, and help maintain a clean, well‑organized grooming area. Weekend/evening availability is preferred.

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, using grooming skills and knowledge to solve problems in routine to moderately complex situations.
• 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 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, as required by the Pet Care Center's grooming schedule

Responsibilities

• Provide professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments: clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers.
• Prioritize animal well‑being and safety, monitor pets for discomfort or illness, and report concerns to owners and management.
• Evaluate each pet's needs considering coat type, skin conditions, and temperament.
• Interact professionally with pet parents, provide customer service, answer questions, and offer grooming recommendations.
• Educate pet parents on grooming maintenance and at-home care practices and products.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area, disinfect tools, and perform regular cleaning duties.
• Use Petco grooming policies to ensure safety, quality, and consistency across the salon.
• May train, support, and supervise entry-level trainees in the absence of a Grooming Salon Leader

Skills

Grooming skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco Grooming is seeking a skilled Pet Stylist to deliver expert grooming services for dogs and maintain the highest standards of safety and care. You will bathe, dry, cut, and style coats while respecting breed norms and client directions.

You will interact with pet parents, provide home-care recommendations, and help maintain a clean, well‑organized grooming area. Weekend/evening availability is preferred.