Pet Stylist: Expert Grooming & Pet Care Leader

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Brentwood (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401k plan

Paid time off

Pet discounts

Tools provided

Modern equipment

Career growth

Job summary

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

You will bathe, dry, trim coats, and style pets while ensuring comfort and safety, and providing excellent customer service. You should have completed the Pet Stylist Apprentice program or equivalent grooming training, be comfortable handling pets of all sizes, and be available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Grooming expertise and compassionate pet care experience are a must.
• Experience handling dogs/cats with varied temperaments.
• Strong eye for detail and safety during grooming.
• Willingness to learn and follow Petco grooming standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming services (bathing, drying, brushing, cuts) per owner instructions.
• Operate and maintain clippers, blades, brushes, and dryers.
• Prioritize safety and well-being of every animal in the salon.
• Assess coat type and temperament to tailor grooming approaches.
• Interact with pet parents to provide grooming recommendations and updates.

Skills

Grooming expertise

Animal handling

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

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

You will bathe, dry, trim coats, and style pets while ensuring comfort and safety, and providing excellent customer service. You should have completed the Pet Stylist Apprentice program or equivalent grooming training, be comfortable handling pets of all sizes, and be available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.