Junior Groomer

About the role

Petco is a pet supply store chain dedicated to improving lives by providing everything pets need to live their best lives. Founded in 1999, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in-store adoption events.

Responsibilities

• Learn fundamental grooming tasks such as brushing, bathing, drying, cutting nails, and more under the guidance of seasoned groomers.
• Assist in the grooming process, ensuring the well-being and safety of the pets in our care.
• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, providing optimal customer service and addressing grooming-related inquiries.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area, disinfecting and sanitizing grooming tools and equipment, and performing daily and weekly cleaning duties.
• 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 grooming activities.

Requirements

• 0-1 year of animal-related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting, is preferred.
• A high school diploma or GED is preferred, though not required.
• 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 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.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 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.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Skills

• Passion for animals and pet grooming.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow grooming policies and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of dog breeds and behavior.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Petco discounts.
• All the supplies and equipment needed for grooming.
• State-of-the-art grooming equipment.
• Continuous training and development opportunities.
• Opportunities for career growth within Petco Grooming.

Pay

Competitive base pay based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Part-time position available, typically working weekends, evenings, and holidays.