Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from ZooTampa at Lowry Park
Job overview
The Animal Nutrition Center Associate at ZooTampa is responsible for preparing and delivering animal diets, maintaining food safety and sanitation standards, and supporting the nutrition center operations to ensure animal welfare and department efficiency.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves preparing animal diets, maintaining OSHA, USDA, AZA, and Health Department standards, ensuring food quality control, cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment, rotating inventory, assisting with tours, and following safety procedures.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers benefits including pet insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan, an Employee Assistance Program, free gym membership, free memberships to ZooTampa and other local attractions, and discounts on food, beverages, and merchandise.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, preferably one year of paid zoo experience at an AZA accredited facility, experience in food preparation and nutrition, good communication skills, ability to work independently, and physical ability to lift 50 lbs and work in Florida weather conditions.
Work environment and culture
ZooTampa promotes a clean, organized, and professional work environment with a focus on teamwork, communication, and adherence to animal welfare and safety standards.
Company information
ZooTampa at Lowry Park is a popular AZA-accredited zoo in the southeastern U.S. with over 1 million visitors annually, offering naturalistic wildlife habitats, educational programs, and award-winning family-friendly experiences.
Team overview
The associate works under the direction of the Sr. Director of Animal Programs and collaborates with co-workers, vendors, and management in the Animal Department Nutrition Center.
Job location and travel
The job is located at ZooTampa in Florida, requiring the ability to work in hot weather, rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Unique job features
The role includes unique opportunities to work closely with animal nutrition in an AZA-accredited zoo setting, involving direct care and preparation of animal diets with strict adherence to safety and quality standards.
Company overview
ZooTampa at Lowry Park is a prominent zoological park located in Tampa, Florida, dedicated to the conservation of wildlife and providing educational experiences for visitors. The zoo generates revenue through ticket sales, memberships, special events, and donations. Founded in 1957, it has grown significantly, now housing over 1,300 animals and participating in numerous conservation programs. Notable for its commitment to animal care and rehabilitation, ZooTampa also focuses on endangered species and community engagement.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your passion for animal care and nutrition, emphasizing any experience with food preparation, sanitation, and safety protocols relevant to animal diets.
Focus on demonstrating your ability to follow detailed instructions, maintain cleanliness and organization, and work efficiently in fast-paced environments, as these are key aspects of the role.
Apply through ZooTampa's official corporate careers page and also submit your application on LinkedIn to maximize exposure and ensure your resume reaches multiple hiring channels.
Connect with current employees in the Animal Department or Nutrition Center at ZooTampa on LinkedIn; start conversations by complimenting their work with animal nutrition or asking about the most rewarding part of working with the zoo’s animal care teams.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'animal nutrition,' 'food preparation,' 'sanitation,' 'AZA standards,' and 'safety procedures' to ensure it passes initial automated screenings.
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