Pet Stylist

Create a brighter future for pets and their owners by delivering exceptional grooming services. As a Pet Stylist at Petco, you will be responsible for providing top-notch care, ensuring each pet leaves looking and feeling their best.

• Competitive base pay, plus incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Paid Time Off and Petco Discounts
• State-of-the-art equipment and all necessary supplies
• Career development opportunities, including Grooming Salon Leader, Grooming Mentor, and Grooming Instructor

• Perform grooming services, including nail trims, ear cleaning, bathing, brushing, haircuts, and styling, adhering to breed standards and pet owners' preferences
• Safely and efficiently maintain and operate grooming tools and equipment
• Learn and follow Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure quality and consistency
• Monitor pets for signs of discomfort, illness, or injury, and promptly report concerns to pet owners and store management
• Assess and address each pet's individual needs, considering coat type, skin condition, and temperament
• Provide exceptional customer service, actively listening to pet owners' requests and offering grooming recommendations
• Educate pet owners on grooming maintenance and at-home care practices to promote overall pet well-being
• Collaborate with fellow groomers and store team members to create a positive and supportive work environment

• Proven experience as a professional groomer with a strong portfolio of successful grooming work
• In-depth knowledge of various dog breeds, their grooming requirements, and common health issues and behaviors
• Proficiency in breed-specific cuts, styling techniques, and grooming standards
• Familiarity with grooming tools and equipment, and the ability to handle them safely and effectively
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact confidently and professionally with pet owners and team members
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring grooming services are executed accurately and to the highest standards
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods, lift and handle pets of different sizes, and perform repetitive grooming tasks
• Compassion and patience when handling pets, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being throughout the grooming process
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays based on the grooming schedule and customer demand