Professional Pet Groomer & Stylist

Petco; West Chester (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$500 Sign-On Bonus

$1000 Retention Bonus

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

All grooming supplies & equipment

State of the art equipment

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Petco is seeking a dedicated Pet Stylist to provide expert grooming services for our customers' pets, ensuring safety, comfort and top-quality results. You will manage bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, nail trimming, and canine care while maintaining high standards of hygiene and customer care.

The role offers opportunities for career development within grooming leadership and mentoring, with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO and employee discounts.

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, with some guidance from Grooming Salon Leader, Solutions Manager, or Store General Manager when necessary

Responsibilities

• Under moderate to limited supervision, perform professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, according to pet parent's instructions and adhering to breed standards and company policies and procedures
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments, including clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers
• Always prioritize the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon, monitor pets for any signs of discomfort, illness, or injury, and promptly report any concerns to pet owners and store management
• Evaluate individual needs of each pet, taking into consideration coat type, skin conditions, temperament
• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming related inquiries, offer grooming recommendations, and provide timely resolution to questions or concerns
• Educate and provide custom recommendations to pet parents on grooming maintenance and at home care practices & products
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect, and sanitize grooming tools and equipment, perform daily and weekly cleaning duties in the salon and in adherence to Petco hygiene and sanitation policies
• Utilize knowledge and understanding of Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in all activities and areas of the grooming business

Skills

Professional grooming

Customer service

Attention to detail

Animal handling

Communication

Weekend/evening availability

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

High-school diploma or GED preferred

Technical grooming training program

Tools

Clippers

Brushes

Nail trimmers

Shampoo

Blades

Dryers

Job description

Petco is seeking a dedicated Pet Stylist to provide expert grooming services for our customers' pets, ensuring safety, comfort and top-quality results. You will manage bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, nail trimming, and canine care while maintaining high standards of hygiene and customer care.

The role offers opportunities for career development within grooming leadership and mentoring, with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO and employee discounts.