Retail Pet Store Associate

Retail Pet Store Associate -Customer Service and Pet Care (Team Member) Flexible Scheduling | Growth Opportunities Benefits Promote from within culture Employee discounts Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Benefits & Perks Flexible scheduling Employee discounts (your pets are about to get spoiled) Pay increases and pet care training programs Promotion-from-within culture Safety & Support Safety-first environment for pets and team members Team-based environment where everyone supports each other Ongoing training to build product knowledge and pet care confidence What You’ll Do Greet neighbors with a friendly, pawsitively passionate attitude Help a new puppy parent pick the right food—or help a regular find exactly what they always forget the name of Make thoughtful product recommendations 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 keep displays organized Lift and stock bags of pet food and supplies (yes, some of them are heavy) Assist pet parents with self-wash stations and explain the process Restock bathing supplies and keep the store clean and welcoming Provide occasional services like walk-in nail trims (training provided) What You Bring Strong customer service and communication skills Comfortable 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, stock, and stay on your feet for extended periods Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays What Makes You Stand Out Experience in retail, customer service, or pet care Confidence talking with customers and making recommendations A genuine interest in animals (bonus if you already have strong opinions about dog food) Ability to stay organized and handle multiple tasks at once Grow With Us This role is an opportunity to build real knowledge in pet care, develop customer service skills, and grow into leadership or specialized roles within the store. If you enjoy helping people, working with pets, and being part of a friendly, neighborhood-focused team , we’d love to meet you! #J-18808-Ljbffr