Groomer - Sign On and Retention Bonus

About Petco

We're proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years. From their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood and are here for it every step of the way.

• We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers.
• In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in-store adoption events.

Responsibilities

Your Petco Grooming Career

As a Pet Stylist at Petco, you will be responsible for providing professional grooming services to our valued customers' pets. With your expertise and attention to detail, you will ensure that each pet receives exceptional care, leaving them looking and feeling their best.

• Perform expert-level professional grooming services, including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, according to pet parent's instructions and adhering to breed standards and company policies and procedures.
• Operate and maintain various grooming instruments, including clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers.
• Prioritize the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon, monitor pets for any signs of discomfort, illness, or injury, and promptly report any concerns to pet owners and store management.
• Evaluate individual needs of each pet, taking into consideration coat type, skin conditions, temperament.
• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming related inquiries, offer grooming recommendations, and provide timely resolution to questions or concerns.
• Provide education and custom recommendations to pet parents on grooming maintenance and at home care practices & products to promote the overall well-being of the pet.
• 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, other cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned, including but not limited to cleaning air filters, vents, and drains.
• Utilize knowledge and understanding of Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in all activities and areas of the grooming business.
• Ensure standards are maintained in grooming salon.
• May need to train, support, and supervise entry-level trainees in the absence of a Grooming Salon Leader.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Successful completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco, or previous experience as a professional groomer and/or completion of a technical grooming training program.
• A high-school diploma or GED preferred, though not required.

Skills

• Competitive base pay
• $500 Sign-On Bonus to be paid after 90 days of employment
• $1000 Retention Bonus to be paid out after 1 year consecutive employment
• 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
• Career development and growth opportunities, such as a Grooming Salon Leader, Grooming Mentor and Grooming Instructor

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and financial benefits
• 401K
• Incentives
• Paid Time Off

Pay

The salary range for this position is $15.00 - $23.00 per hour, or as otherwise determined by applicable state or local minimum wage laws. Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.