Professional Pet Stylist: Expert Grooming & Care

Petco; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401k and more

Paid time off

Petco Discounts

Supplies & equipment provided

Career development

Job summary

Petco is seeking a dedicated Pet Stylist to provide professional grooming services for our customers’ pets. You will apply your grooming expertise with care to ensure every pet looks and feels their best.

This role requires a genuine passion for animals, strong attention to detail, and flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays. Petco offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for grooming career advancement.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain grooming plans to pet owners.
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure safe, high-quality grooming results.
• Ability to handle pets of all sizes with care and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, trims, and styling according to breed standards.
• Operate grooming tools and equipment safely and maintain a clean, organized salon.
• Prioritize pet safety and comfort, monitor for signs of distress, and communicate with pet parents.
• Provide grooming recommendations and aftercare guidance to pet parents.
• May train or support entry-level trainees in the absence of a Grooming Salon Leader.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Pet handling

Grooming knowledge

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

High-school diploma or GED

Passion for animals

Job description

Petco is seeking a dedicated Pet Stylist to provide professional grooming services for our customers’ pets. You will apply your grooming expertise with care to ensure every pet looks and feels their best.

This role requires a genuine passion for animals, strong attention to detail, and flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays. Petco offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for grooming career advancement.