Pet Stylist: Expert Grooming & Care

Petco; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Grooming supplies and equipment

Job summary

Petco is hiring a Pet Stylist to provide expert grooming services for customers’ pets in our grooming salon. You will bathe, dry, brush, trim, and style pets while prioritizing safety and customer satisfaction.

The role requires professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as part of our grooming team. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Completion of Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco or equivalent grooming experience.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to problem-solve and follow grooming standards with guidance when needed.
• Results-driven with focus on productivity and ownership of role.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming services (bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts) per client instructions and breed standards.
• Operate and maintain clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers.
• Ensure pet safety and comfort; communicate with pet parents and store management.
• Assess each pet's needs (coat type, skin condition, temperament).
• Educate owners on at-home grooming and maintenance practices.

Skills

Grooming skills

Customer service

Animal handling

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

Grooming training program

Tools

Grooming instruments

Job description

Petco is hiring a Pet Stylist to provide expert grooming services for customers’ pets in our grooming salon. You will bathe, dry, brush, trim, and style pets while prioritizing safety and customer satisfaction.

The role requires professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as part of our grooming team. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and career development opportunities.