Commissary Keeper Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana
Tallo's Job Summary: The Commissary Keeper position at Audubon Zoo involves efficiently operating the Zoo Commissary by acquiring, storing, preparing, and delivering high-quality diets for animals. Responsibilities include maintaining a hygienic facility, accepting feed deliveries, preparing diets, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role requires food preparation experience, vaccinations, and physical capabilities to handle the demands of the job. Audubon Nature Institute is hiring for this full-time position in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Job Description
Commissary Keeper 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars 6500 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70118
Position Title:
Commissary Keeper Department:
Animal Reports To:
Senior Veterinarian Location:
Audubon Zoo Position Type:
Full Time Who We Are 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. What You’ll Do 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 Day to Day 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
Additional/Overall Skills:
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.
What We’re Looking For Must Haves:
One (1) year of 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:
Two (2) years 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
Physical Requirements:
Risk periodic exposure to fairly predictable and controllable hazards associated with wild animal and zoonotic diseases Working long hours between breaks or meals Ability to work under and handle stress in an appropriate manner Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required in all environmental conditions Prolonged standing, walking, and climbing stairs or ladders. Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry objects up to 50 pounds. Frequent bending, crouching, twisting, and reaching. Manual dexterity to operate machinery or handle tools. Frequent use of vision and hearing to assess surroundings and job tasks.
Environmental Conditions:
May include indoor and outdoor work environments. Exposure to varying weather conditions. Potential exposure to environmental hazards such as dust, chemicals, or loud noise.
