Junior Groomer

Petco • Blue Springs, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents, and Petco partners, operating over 1,500 pet care centers. The Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming role is an entry-level position that includes a ten-week training program. During this program, individuals will learn fundamental grooming tasks such as brushing, bathing, drying, cutting nails, and more, gaining hands-on experience under the guidance of seasoned groomers. The primary purpose is to learn and perform services like bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, while prioritizing pet comfort and safety and delivering optimal customer service to pet parents. This is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about animals and grooming to start their career in the pet care industry.

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
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and grooming team members
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by the Pet Care Center’s grooming schedule

Nice To Haves

• 0-1 year of animal related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting
• Prior grooming salon assistance
• High-school diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Learn how to perform bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning services alongside seasoned groomers
• Assist in the grooming process, prioritizing the comfort, safety, and well-being of the pets in our care
• Deliver optimal customer services to pet parents
• Under close supervision of experienced groomers, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning according to pet parents’ instructions and in adherence to company policies and procedures
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times
• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming related inquiries and provide timely resolution
• 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
• Perform other cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned, including but not limited to cleaning air filters, vents, and drains
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records
• Learn and adhere to Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in all activities and areas of the grooming business
• Learn dog behavior, pet and self-safety, proper check-in/out procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and begin on-the-job training in bathing and drying techniques (Weeks 1-3 of training)
• Perform bathing and walk-in services while achieving weekly productivity goals (Weeks 3-10 of training)

Benefits

• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental, vision and more
• 401k and more
• Paid Time Off
• Petco Discounts
• All the supplies & equipment you need, including, brushes, nail trimmers, clippers, blades, shampoo, sprays, tools, etc.
• State of the art equipment, including bathing system, kennels, tables, and dryers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees