Commissary Keeper Audubon Zoo

Audubon Institute•New Orleans, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Audubon Nature Institute comprises Audubon Park, Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium, Audubon Insectarium, Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center, Audubon Center for Research of Endangered Species, Woldenberg Riverfront Park, and Audubon Wilderness Park. At Audubon Nature Institute, we are more than a collection of parks, museums, and conservation centers—we are a dedicated team with a shared mission to celebrate, protect, and connect people to the wonders of nature. Our work is guided by our culture code, which is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in Activating Impact by integrating tangible, real-world outcomes into all our initiatives, fostering a culture where every action contributes to a positive environmental impact. We are committed to Empowering Optimism, using positivity to inspire others to act and believe in their capacity to create meaningful change. We strive to Create Connection by engaging with people from all walks of life, knowing that the collective strength of a diverse community can address the most pressing challenges facing our natural world. At Audubon, we embody the spirit of Le Bon Temps, infusing the joy and vibrant culture of Louisiana into our everyday work, celebrating our unique heritage while advancing our mission. As Leaders of the Pack, we constantly seek smarter, innovative solutions, challenging conventions to drive the change we want to see in the world. In the role of Commissary Keeper the primary goal is to assist in the efficient operation of the Zoo Commissary, including the acquisition, proper storage, preparation, and delivery of high quality diets and feed items for the Zoo animals

Requirements

Experience working in food preparation
Maintain current Tetanus, hepatitis A/B, and influenza vaccines and biannual TB test
Vaccination for COVID-19 required
Must obtain and maintain a valid Louisiana driver’s license

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of experience working animal husbandry in a Zoo
Food safety training and certification
Fork-lift operation training and experience
Willingness to serve on the zoo’s Hurricane Rideout Team as necessary

Responsibilities

Assist in maintaining a hygienic Commissary facility appropriate for food preparation and in compliance with regulations and accreditation guidelines from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and USDA
Daily duties include accepting and properly storing feed deliveries, such as hay, grain, produce, and frozen prey items
Prepare, store, and deliver high-quality animal diets using food-safe practices while maintaining facility cleanliness
Store, label, date, and rotate all feeds appropriately to maintain quality and comply with governing regulations
Report diet changes as requested by Animal Staff to the Veterinarians and implement recommended diet changes
Receive Animal Section orders and deliver appropriate quantities of high-quality feeds to animal sections as needed
Assist with effective and continual pest control
Must be able to work overtime, weekends and holidays
Maintain a positive attitude and a strong sense of accountability, fostering a collaborative team environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute.
Thrive in a team environment, using your organizational and technical skills to ensure the smooth execution of creative projects that resonate with our audience.
Celebrate the successes of your team and bring enthusiasm to your work, reflecting the joyful culture that is at the heart of Audubon’s mission.
Stay adaptable and open to learning new skills, embracing change and innovation as opportunities to lead and grow.
The above-listed duties are general statements of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. They do not exclude other duties as assigned.