Pet Stylist

Are you passionate about animals and grooming? Do you want to start your career in the pet care industry? Petco is looking for a Junior Pet Stylist to join our team

• Provide professional bathing services to our furry friends
• Work under the guidance of experienced groomers to gain hands-on experience and build essential skills
• Assist in the grooming process, ensuring the comfort, safety, and well-being of the pets in our care

• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental, vision, and more
• 401k and more
• Paid Time Off
• Petco Discounts
• All the supplies and equipment you need, including clippers, blades, shears, shampoo, sprays, tools, etc.
• State-of-the-art equipment, including bathing systems, kennels, tables, and dryers
• Career development and growth opportunities, such as a Pet Stylist

• Perform grooming services, including brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, anal gland cleaning, bathing, and drying
• Assist groomers in providing grooming services, including bathing, brushing, nail trimming, and ear cleaning
• Interact with pet parents in a friendly and professional manner, providing excellent customer service and addressing their grooming-related inquiries
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records
• Learn and follow Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure quality and consistency in all areas of the grooming business
• Maintain a clean and organized grooming area, including disinfecting and sanitizing grooming tools and equipment, along with daily cleaning of the salon

• Previous experience working with animals, such as volunteering at a shelter, pet sitting, or assisting in a grooming salon is preferred
• Passion for animals and genuine interest in pursuing a career in pet grooming
• Basic knowledge of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices
• Ability to handle and restrain pets of various sizes and temperaments with care and compassion
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with pet parents and team members
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods, lift heavy pets, and perform repetitive tasks
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required by the store's grooming schedule