Carnivore Nutrition Center (CNC) Animal Care Associate

The Wild Animal Sanctuary•Springfield, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wild Animal Refuge is a place where motivated change makers can immerse themselves into a dedicated community, working side by side to provide a safe-haven for rescued animals to live out rest of their lives with dignity and respect. We are so much more than a workplace. We are a team committed to service, to bettering our communities, and the world. As the oldest and largest non-profit carnivore Sanctuary in the world, our visionary approach is simple: EVERYTHING we do is for the animals. Meal Preparation 30%/ Food Handling Sorting 30%/ Cleaning 20% Perform other Job Duties as assigned 20% With the guidance and under supervision of the Refuge Director and Animal Care Supervisor, the CNC Associate will execute day to day functions regarding diet and nutrition, Meat and Produce sorting, meal preparation, food organization, perform all duties in a safe manner while following company protocol, custodial, sustainability, and long-term equipment care. Perform other related job duties as assigned. CNC Team members perform functions in the following areas: Equipment Maintenance Food Handling and Sorting - including raw meat, produce, and other donated food stuffs Meal Preparation General Operations Cleaning of Equipment and Building Volunteer Supervision Sorting of Heavy Food Storage Barrels Requiring Lifting Capability of 70+ lbs

Requirements

Belief in organization’s mission
Determination
Positive attitude
Above average stamina
Physically fit
Ability to lift 70+ lbs
Ability to work outdoors in extreme heat and cold
Can think on your feet
Critical thinking skills
Impeccable Judgement
Efficient
Sense of humor
Attention to detail
Strong work ethic
Team player
Fast learner
Flawless communication skills
Unselfish
Benevolent
Must have a valid Drivers License and own reliable transportation.
Successfully passing a background check

Responsibilities

Execute day to day functions regarding diet and nutrition
Meat and Produce sorting
Meal preparation
Food organization
Perform all duties in a safe manner while following company protocol
Custodial duties
Sustainability efforts
Long-term equipment care
Perform other related job duties as assigned
Equipment Maintenance
Food Handling and Sorting - including raw meat, produce, and other donated food stuffs
General Operations
Cleaning of Equipment and Building
Volunteer Supervision
Sorting of Heavy Food Storage Barrels Requiring Lifting Capability of 70+ lbs