Professional Pet Groomer & Care Specialist

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Clark (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package (medical, dental, etc

401k

Paid Time Off

Petco discounts

Supplies provided

State-of-the-art equipment

Career development

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. is hiring a Pet Stylist to deliver expert grooming services, including bathing, drying, haircuts, and styling for dogs, while prioritizing pet safety and comfort.

The role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of breed standards, and professional interaction with pet parents and team members. Training and career growth opportunities are available within the grooming salon.

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, per parent instructions.
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments (clippers, blades, shears, brushes, dryers).
• Prioritize safety and well‑being of pets; monitor for discomfort or illness and report concerns.
• Interact with pet parents and grooming team, provide customer service and grooming recommendations.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized grooming area in line with Petco policies.

Skills

Grooming expertise

Animal handling

Customer service

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

Professional groomer experience or grooming program

HS diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Clippers & blades

Brushes & dryers

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. is hiring a Pet Stylist to deliver expert grooming services, including bathing, drying, haircuts, and styling for dogs, while prioritizing pet safety and comfort.

The role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of breed standards, and professional interaction with pet parents and team members. Training and career growth opportunities are available within the grooming salon.