Pet Store Cashier

Pet Supply & Wellness Associate

Animology | Olympia, WA

At Animology, we believe pet stores should be more than shelves and cash registers. We create an educational, upbeat, and welcoming environment where pet parents feel supported, heard, and excited to shop for their animals.

We’re looking for a driven, outgoing, animal-loving team member who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and genuinely enjoys connecting with people. This role is ideal for someone who loves learning, takes pride in helping others, and wants to grow within the pet industry.

• Create a welcoming, educational, and positive experience for every client who visits Animology
• Engage with dog and cat owners to learn about their pets and recommend products and solutions tailored to their needs
• Help drive sales growth through genuine conversations, relationship-building, and product education
• Learn about pet nutrition, supplements, treats, enrichment, grooming products, and holistic wellness solutions
• Accurately process transactions, returns, exchanges, and loyalty accounts at the register
• Assist with opening and closing responsibilities, including balancing registers and securing the store
• Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing sales floor
• Receive inventory, rotate stock, restock shelves, and maintain accurate product displays
• Assist clients with carrying products, loading heavy bags, and locating items throughout the store
• Support team communication through positivity, accountability, and constructive feedback
• Help maintain store security and uphold company policies and procedures
• Work collaboratively across departments, including retail, grooming, and self-wash

• Someone who genuinely enjoys helping people and talking about pets
• A motivated self-starter who can stay productive without constant supervision
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• Comfortable working in a physically active retail environment
• Ability to multitask and stay calm during busy periods
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to jump in where needed
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Open availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Must be 18 years or older
• Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds consistently
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Comfortable using computers, POS systems, calculators, and basic math skills
• Ability to stay on your feet for extended periods
• Comfortable learning new systems and technology
• Reliable transportation preferred

• Passion for pet health, nutrition, and wellness
• Naturally welcoming and energetic personality
• Strong personal accountability and follow-through
• Good judgment and professionalism
• Adaptable in a fast-changing retail environment
• Desire to grow long-term within the company and the pet industry

Animology is a locally owned pet supply and grooming company built around education, teamwork, and creating an incredible customer experience. We invest heavily in training, culture, and helping our team members grow personally and professionally.

• Employee discounts
• Paid training and continued brand education
• Advancement opportunities
• Team events and company outings
• PTO opportunities

If you love animals, enjoy connecting with people, and want to work somewhere that values growth, teamwork, and positivity, we’d love to hear from you.