Commissary Assistant

North Carolina Zoo

Asheboro, North Carolina, US
Base: $31,200 - $38,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
5 days onsite
Prepare and deliver animal diets
Receive and store food items
Maintain commissary cleanliness and sanitation
The North Carolina Zoo is seeking a full-time Commissary Assistant to join their team, responsible for preparing and distributing diets for over 1,400 animals while ensuring food safety and sanitation. The role involves communication with animal care staff and requires candidates to have experience in food handling and inventory management

Job Summary

  • The Commissary is responsible for the storage, preparation, and distribution of diets that support the nutritional needs of more than 1,400 animals across the Zoo.
  • In addition to maintaining inventories and preparing diets, the team ensures accurate and timely daily delivery of diets to animal areas.
  • Frequent communication and coordination with Animal and Veterinary staff are essential to support optimal animal health and welfare.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The North Carolina Zoo is seeking a full-time Commissary Assistant to join their team, responsible for preparing and distributing diets for over 1,400 animals while ensuring food safety and sanitation. The role involves communication with animal care staff and requires candidates to have experience in food handling and inventory management.

Salary

Base: $31,200 - $38,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Prepare and deliver animal diets
  • Receive and store food items
  • Maintain commissary cleanliness and sanitation
  • Operate commissary equipment safely
  • Drive delivery van safely
  • Assist with inventory control

Nice-to-have

  • Support optimal animal health
  • Coordinate with veterinary staff
  • Follow established zoo standards
  • Maintain high sanitation standards

Key Requirements

  • Experience with safe food handling
  • Experience using basic food preparation equipment
  • Experience accurately following instructions
  • Knowledge of proper cleaning and sanitizing
  • Experience with inventory management
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license

Work Rights

Not specified

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