Retail Pet Store Associate

Pet Supplies Plus 4173 • Bellevue, WA

102d

About The Position

The Retail Pet Store Associate provides customer service and pet care support in a neighborhood-focused pet store. The role helps pet parents choose products based on their pets’ needs, supports store operations, and assists with services such as self-wash stations and occasional walk-in nail trims. The position offers training in pet care and product knowledge, with opportunities to develop customer service skills and grow into leadership or specialized store roles.

Requirements

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced retail environment, especially on weekends.
• Willingness to learn about pet nutrition, products, and care.
• Reliable, team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to lift and stock products and remain on your feet for extended periods.
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in retail, customer service, or pet care.
• Confidence speaking with customers and making recommendations.
• Genuine interest in animals.
• Ability to stay organized and handle multiple tasks at once.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide friendly assistance.
• Recommend products based on each pet’s needs.
• Operate the POS system, process transactions, and handle returns.
• Promote store specials, loyalty programs, and current offers.
• Stock shelves, manage inventory, and organize displays.
• Lift and stock pet food and supplies.
• Assist customers with self-wash stations and explain the process.
• Restock bathing supplies and keep the store clean and welcoming.
• Provide occasional services such as walk-in nail trims after training.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling.
• Employee discounts.
• Pay increases and pet care training programs.
• Promotion-from-within culture.
• Training and development.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Safety-first environment for pets and team members.
• Team-based environment with ongoing support.

What This Job Offers

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