Junior Groomer

Petco • Bronx Gun Hill, NY

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Pet Stylist begins a ten-week grooming training program to learn fundamental grooming tasks and build a foundation for a career with Petco Grooming. Working alongside experienced groomers and under close supervision, the employee learns and performs limited services including bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning. They also assist in the grooming process while prioritizing pets’ comfort, safety, and well-being and providing customer service to pet parents.

During weeks 1–3, training covers dog behavior, pet and personal safety, check-in and check-out procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and on-the-job bathing and drying techniques. During weeks 3–10, the employee performs bathing and walk-in services while working toward weekly productivity goals.

Most duties take place indoors in the grooming salon. The role involves direct contact with dogs and pet parents, as well as work with other salon partners. The environment may be noisy and wet. Duties may include bending, kneeling, lifting up to 30 pounds as necessary, standing for long periods, and using a two-step ladder or other support tools for cleaning and maintenance.

Requirements

• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices.
• Ability to handle pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with pet parents and grooming team members.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required by the Pet Care Center’s grooming schedule.
• Ability to perform the listed duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• 0–1 year of animal-related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting.
• Prior grooming salon assistance is preferred.
• High-school diploma or GED is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Under experienced groomers’ close supervision, perform limited grooming services, including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, following pet parents’ instructions and company policies and procedures.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon.
• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide customer service, respond to grooming-related inquiries, and resolve them in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon; disinfect and sanitize grooming tools and equipment; complete daily and weekly cleaning duties and other assigned cleaning and maintenance, including cleaning air filters, vents, and drains.
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.
• Learn and follow Petco grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to support safety, quality, and consistency.
• During weeks 1–3, learn dog behavior, pet and personal safety, check-in and check-out procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and bathing and drying techniques.
• During weeks 3–10, perform bathing and walk-in services while working toward weekly productivity goals.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• Medical, dental, vision, and more.
• 401(k) and more.
• Paid Time Off.
• Petco discounts.
• Supplies and equipment needed for the role, including brushes, nail trimmers, clippers, blades, shampoo, sprays, and tools.
• State-of-the-art equipment, including a bathing system, kennels, tables, and dryers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed