Feeding Station Attendant
About The Position
Craft WOW Moments. Inspire Action. Drive Conservation. At Tanganyika Wildlife Park, we go beyond caring for animals. We create once-in-a-lifetime experiences that make you say "WOW". Inspiring generations to become conservation champions. If you're passionate about animals, driven by purpose, and believe that one moment can change a life then this is where you belong. Why Tanganyika? A Front Row Seat to Conservation in Action We’re not a zoo. We’re an experience. At Tanganyika, you’ll be part of a team pioneering interactive conservation experiences that educate, engage, and empower. We do conservation a bit different our focus is conservation one person at a time. Making people aware of the species, getting them interested, and then calling them to action. Work That Gives You Goosebumps From helping a toddler feed a giraffe for the first time to guiding a training session with a curious lemur, your job here is anything but ordinary. This is the kind of place where work and wonder collide. Real Growth. Real Mentorship. Real Impact. Whether you're starting your career or seeking your next challenge, Tanganyika invests in you . We care about you beyond the workplace with initiatives to help our team reduce their consumer debt to an employee assistance program to our Dream Manager program, we want you to become the best YOU. A Culture That Cares—For Animals and Humans We lead with love, and it shows. Our team is fiercely supportive, deeply passionate, and united by a shared purpose. And yes, your “co-workers” might include sloths, rhinos, and porcupines. Purpose That Reaches Beyond the Park Every moment you create here fuels a global mission. Whether it’s supporting field conservation projects or inspiring a child to become a future biologist, your work leaves a legacy. Are you looking for a fun place to work? Do you want to be a part of a team of employees making a difference in the lives of animals and people? Tanganyika is looking for energetic, reliable, team orientated people to join our Animal Encounters Team! At Tanganyika, you'll gain valuable, marketable skills while having fun and being part of a unique work environment. Our employees love the park's continuous growth, exciting animal encounters, and the opportunity to learn new things every day. Plus, our team members enjoy a family-like atmosphere that encourages personal growth and development. Plus, sometimes you get to meet a sloth during your lunch or say hi to a rhino while you're running an errand! As a feeding station attendant, you’ll spend time working at each feeding station in the park, from the guinea pigs to giraffes. You’ll be assigned to work feeding stations where you’ll gain customer service skills and become an excellent reader of animal behavior. If you love watching guests feed lettuce to a giraffe, helping kids connect with lorikeets, and taking photos of guests feeding lemurs then you need to spend the season with us.
Responsibilities
- Guest Engagement: Create memorable, safe, and educational encounters with animals, including giraffes, kangaroos, lorikeets, and more.
- Educational Guidance: Share engaging facts and conservation information with guests, while ensuring encounters are safe for both animals and people.
- Animal Encounter Stations: Prepare food, assist guests during feedings, and oversee interactions to ensure a safe experience.
- Station Upkeep: Maintain the cleanliness and organization of each station.
Benefits
- Starting hourly rate of $11.50/hr
- Professional development program that allows team members to improve their skill set and earn additional pay compensation
- In-house discounts
- EAP - mental well-being program including therapy sessions for all staff and their immediate family
- Complimentary admission to TWP for yourself and family
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
