Animal Nutrition Keeper
Animal Nutrition Keeper
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Position: Animal Nutrition Keeper
Organization: Saint Louis Zoo located in Saint Louis Missouri
Directly Reports to: Director of Nutrition Services
About the Saint Louis Zoo:
The world-renowned Saint Louis Zoo is an AZA accredited institution dedicated to saving species and bringing people and wildlife together. It is home to over 16000 animals many of which are endangered. Entry is free every day for everyone an important part of our commitment to the people and Animals Always. Learn more at St. Louis Mo:
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This position is responsible for daily bulk food preparation and delivery to animal buildings. This includes diet preparation using kitchen equipment safe food handling maintaining food quality keeping inventory records and assisting in the Zoos animal browse program. Maintaining the standards required by AZA and USDA for cleanliness and organization for a world class Nutrition Center are a must. The Animal Nutrition staff work hours are from 5am to 2pm.
Job Duties Include:
- Following established protocols to prepare bulk diets for multiple animal areas. This includes using a food processor and meat saw as needed.
- Assist in ordering products and maintaining inventory records.
- Assist with the browse program which will include driving offsite to gather browse material.
- Help to promote a positive team environment by continuing to grow collaboration between internal departments and with external partners.
- Contribute thoughts and ideas to help the Animal Nutrition Department expand on the basic role of providing the best products and service to the Animal Care team.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Four-year Bachelors Degree preferred
- Candidates must be able to work both independently and collaboratively as a part of the Nutrition Team
- Demonstration of a high level of emotional intelligence and the ability to work as a positive team member
- Detail oriented
- Great at problem solving.
- Ability to pivot focus based on immediate needs/priorities.
- Excel and Word experience.
- Strong communication skills and gifted with flexibility and patience.
- The ability to obtain a Class E drivers license is required.
- Commitment to the Zoos Three Keys (Animals Always People Matter and Operational Excellence) and Core Values (Community Creativity Openness Integrity and Life-Work Balance)
- All successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and a drug test. As this is a safety-sensitive role a negative drug test result is mandatory. The drug test screens for five substances including marijuana.
Employment Type
Full-Time
