Alexandria Hunnell
Longs,SC
Summary
Passionate Pet Stylist with 3 years of experience grooming and styling household pets. Kind, gentle professional with in-depth knowledge of handling animals of various breeds, sizes and temperaments. Enthusiastic individual dedicated to health and well-being of pets. Reliable and punctual Animal Care team member with proven skills cleaning animal areas, coordinating inventory and managing animal needs with care and compassion. Highly organized and hardworking with good communication and multitasking abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Grooming Salon Manager
Petco
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Coordinated maintenance of clippers, blades and other hand tools required for grooming services.
- Ordered supplies for forecasted grooming demands.
- Recruited and trained staff to offer grooming services for diverse animals.
- Evaluated employee performance through close observation and performance rubrics.
- Educated service personnel on company policy and procedure.
Pet Stylist
Petco
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Assessed pets during check-in and check-out process for lethargy, trembling, excessive panting and resistance to entering salon.
- Selected appropriate shampoos and conditioners for various coat and skin types by discussing concerns, sensitivities and allergies with pet owners.
- Sterilized grooming and styling area, tools and implement by using antibacterial soap and rubbing alcohol.
- Groomed [Number] dogs and cats per week, using various tools such as sheers, nail clippers, blades, brushes and de-matting and de-shedding combs.
Pet Stylist Apprentice
Petco
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming, and trimming.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
Juinor Pet Stylist
Petco
12.2020 - 07.2021
- Assessed pets during check-in and check-out process for lethargy, trembling, excessive panting and resistance to entering salon.
- Selected appropriate shampoos and conditioners for various coat and skin types by discussing concerns, sensitivities and allergies with pet owners.
- Sterilized grooming and styling area, tools and implement by using antibacterial soap and rubbing alcohol.
Education
Dog Grooming Certificate -
Petco
08.2021
Massage Therapy -
Miller Motte Technical College
08.2014
GED -
Adult Education Center
06.2013
Skills
- Active Listening
- Computer Skills
- Pet Care
- Communication Skills
- Customer Service
- Problem Solving
- Open-Mindedness
- Pet Grooming
- Kennel Experience
- Brand Promotion
- Decision-Making
- Shift Scheduling
- Animal Grooming
Activities
- I know a little Spanish, but not much.
- I got an award from Miller Motte, a Director of Education’s List award.
- During high school I would volunteer at a local animal shelter throughout the week.
- My grandmother used to own a store in Loris, which I would go help her during festivals. Helping her included selling people items from her store, answering any of their questions about her store and items she sold.
Timeline
Grooming Salon Manager
Petco
03.2023 - 11.2023
Pet Stylist
Petco
08.2021 - 03.2023
Pet Stylist Apprentice
Petco
07.2021 - 08.2021
Juinor Pet Stylist
Petco
12.2020 - 07.2021
Dog Grooming Certificate -
Petco
Massage Therapy -
Miller Motte Technical College
GED -
Adult Education Center