Pet Stylist: Expert Groomer & Growth Path

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Richfield (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Health, dental, vision benefits

401K and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Grooming supplies provided

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. is seeking a Pet Stylist to provide professional grooming services for our customers' pets. You will deliver high-quality grooming while prioritizing safety and comfort in a busy grooming salon.

The role includes learning and applying Petco policies, maintaining a clean salon, and contributing to a positive customer experience. Weekend and holiday availability is required, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Completion of Pet Stylist Apprentice program or equivalent grooming training.
• High-school diploma preferred, not required.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills in a grooming environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert professional grooming services (bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, nails, ears, glands).
• Operate and maintain grooming tools (clippers, blades, shears, brushes, dryers).
• Prioritize pet safety and comfort; monitor for discomfort or illness and report concerns.
• Assess coat type, skin conditions, and temperament to tailor grooming.
• Interact with pet parents, give grooming recommendations and resolve questions.
• Educate pet parents on at-home grooming and care practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Passion for animals

Customer service

Weekend/holiday availability

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program (Petco)

High school diploma preferred

Tools

Grooming tools

Clippers & blades

Bathing equipment

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. is seeking a Pet Stylist to provide professional grooming services for our customers' pets. You will deliver high-quality grooming while prioritizing safety and comfort in a busy grooming salon.

The role includes learning and applying Petco policies, maintaining a clean salon, and contributing to a positive customer experience. Weekend and holiday availability is required, with competitive compensation and benefits.