Groomer

About Petco

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents, and people. Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents, and our partners. With over 29,000 team members, we operate 1,500+ pet care centers across the U.S., Mexico, and Puerto Rico, including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics, and eight distribution centers.

Our core values capture the spirit of our mission: we love all pets like our own, we are the future of the pet industry, we are here to improve lives, we drive outstanding results together, and we are welcome as we are. We strongly believe that what's good for pets, people, and our planet is good for Petco.

About the Role

As a Pet Stylist, you will be the face of our grooming salon, providing professional grooming services to our valued customers' pets. Your expertise and attention to detail will ensure that each pet receives exceptional care, leaving them looking and feeling their best. This role is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to showcase your creativity and passion for animals in a dynamic environment.

You will perform expert-level grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning. Your primary focus is prioritizing the safety, comfort, and well-being of every animal in your care while delivering a high level of customer satisfaction to pet parents. You will interact professionally with pet parents, offering grooming recommendations and educating them on maintenance and at-home care practices.

Petco provides all the necessary supplies and state-of-the-art equipment, including bathing systems, kennels, tables, and dryers. This is an excellent opportunity for groomers with proven technical experience to grow their expertise and individual productivity, with potential career paths leading to roles such as Grooming Salon Leader, Grooming Mentor, and Grooming Instructor.

Hiring Process

To join our team, candidates must successfully complete the Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco, or possess previous experience as a professional groomer and/or completion of a technical grooming training program. We look for individuals with a genuine passion for animals, expert knowledge of various dog breeds, and the ability to handle pets of all sizes and temperaments with care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.