Junior Groomer
Petco, San Francisco, CA, United States
Job Overview
Become a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming at Petco. Complete a ten‑week training program to learn essential grooming tasks—including bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning—under the supervision of experienced groomers.
Essential Job Functions
Perform limited grooming services with close supervision, including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, in accordance with Petco policies.
Ensure the safety and well‑being of every animal in the salon at all times.
Interact professionally with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming‑related inquiries, and deliver timely resolutions.
Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect and sanitize tools and equipment, and carry out daily and weekly cleaning duties, including air filter, vent, and drain maintenance.
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.
Training Program Outline
Weeks 1‑3: Learning and On‑the‑Job Training
Learn dog behavior, pet and self‑safety, check‑in/out procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and begin on‑the‑job training in bathing and drying techniques.
Weeks 3‑10: Performing and Achieving Productivity
Perform bathing and walk‑in services while achieving weekly productivity goals.
Qualifications & Experience
0‑1 year of animal‑related experience (e.g., shelter volunteering or pet‑sitting). Prior grooming salon assistance is preferred.
High‑school diploma or GED 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.
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 grooming schedule.
Work Environment Work is conducted indoors in the grooming salon. The role requires bending, kneeling, lifting up to 30 pounds, standing for long periods, and occasional use of a ladder or similar tools for cleaning duties. The environment may be noisy and wet.
Benefits
Competitive base pay
Medical, dental, vision, and more
401k and additional retirement benefits
Paid time off
Petco discounts
All supplies and equipment supplied, including brushes, nail trimmers, clippers, blades, shampoo, sprays, and tools
State‑of‑the‑art equipment, including bathing system, kennels, tables, and dryers
Salary Range Hourly rate: $10.00 – $21.50
Equal Opportunity & Fair Chance 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. Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Essential Job Functions
Perform limited grooming services with close supervision, including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, in accordance with Petco policies.
Ensure the safety and well‑being of every animal in the salon at all times.
Interact professionally with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming‑related inquiries, and deliver timely resolutions.
Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect and sanitize tools and equipment, and carry out daily and weekly cleaning duties, including air filter, vent, and drain maintenance.
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.
Training Program Outline
Weeks 1‑3: Learning and On‑the‑Job Training
Learn dog behavior, pet and self‑safety, check‑in/out procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and begin on‑the‑job training in bathing and drying techniques.
Weeks 3‑10: Performing and Achieving Productivity
Perform bathing and walk‑in services while achieving weekly productivity goals.
Qualifications & Experience
0‑1 year of animal‑related experience (e.g., shelter volunteering or pet‑sitting). Prior grooming salon assistance is preferred.
High‑school diploma or GED 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.
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 grooming schedule.
Work Environment Work is conducted indoors in the grooming salon. The role requires bending, kneeling, lifting up to 30 pounds, standing for long periods, and occasional use of a ladder or similar tools for cleaning duties. The environment may be noisy and wet.
Benefits
Competitive base pay
Medical, dental, vision, and more
401k and additional retirement benefits
Paid time off
Petco discounts
All supplies and equipment supplied, including brushes, nail trimmers, clippers, blades, shampoo, sprays, and tools
State‑of‑the‑art equipment, including bathing system, kennels, tables, and dryers
Salary Range Hourly rate: $10.00 – $21.50
Equal Opportunity & Fair Chance 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. Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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