Turtle Back Zoo · New Jersey · posted 12 days ago
DESCRIPTION The Turtle Back Zoo is looking for a detail-oriented and organized individual to join its Animal Nutrition Department. This part-time role is essential for ensuring all zoo residents receive precisely measured and prepared diets. Under direction, this position prepares prescribed diets for a wide variety of exotic species and maintains the highest standards of cleanliness in the zoo’s commissary. Good communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work well alone or with others in a team environment are a must. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Positions in this class are primarily involved with dietary preparation, food storage management, and sanitation of the commissary facilities. While the work supports the health of many taxonomic classes, this position is strictly "behind the scenes" and does not involve any direct animal care, training, or exhibit cleaning. EXAMPLES OF WORK: • Prepares specific, prescribed diets for all animals throughout the zoo, including weighing, chopping, and mixing ingredients according to dietary sheets. • Stocks shelves and maintains a meticulous supply of food items, including produce, dry goods, and frozen items. • Performs frequent inventory rotations to ensure all food items are fresh and within expiration. • Cleans and sanitizes the kitchen, prep surfaces, and food storage areas (including walk-in refrigerators and freezers) daily. • Cleans and sterilizes animal food bowls, storage containers, and preparation tools. • Operates industrial kitchen equipment such as commercial scales, blenders, and slicers. • Receives and inspects food shipments for quality and accuracy against orders. Maintains simple records regarding food orders, deliveries and diet changes
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