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Position:

Animal Commissary Specialist (Full Time)

Location:

Kansas City, MO Remote Status:

On-Site

Job Id:

1150 # of

Openings:

1 ANIMAL

COMMISSARY SPECIALIST

(FULL TIME)

DEPARTMENT

Animal Care

CLASSIFICATION

Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO

Animal Care Manager

DIRECT REPORTS N/A STARTING PAY

$16.50/Hour

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under direction, the Animal Commissary Specialist performs routine work assignments involving the preparation of Zoo & Aquarium animal diets and maintenance ofmissary kitchen. This position also performs other work related task as required.

POSITION DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Duties Percentage Diet Preparation and Inventory Control:

Prepares fruit, vegetables, meat, fish, and other substances for consumption by Zoo & Aquarium animals by cutting, weighing/measuring, andbining foods according to dietary instructions. Orders food products and supplies and inspects shipments for discrepancies and quality. Loads and unloadsmissary shipments, rotates stock, and maintains inventory control records. Purchases products from locations outside of the Zoo & Aquarium, as needed. 55%

Commissary Safety and Cleanliness:

Maintains work area by cleaning and disinfectingmissary kitchen. Practices general pest control procedures. s maintenance issues and potential safety hazards to appropriate manager. 20%

Customer Service:

Coordinates with outside food suppliers for shipments and deliveries. Greets and wees all guests. Assists with all guests' needs, including questions and inquiries. 15% Assists in training newmissary staff and volunteers. 10% •This position may at times be requested to perform other duties or special projects as assigned, which are in the best interest of the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium. •All employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily and, upon request, reasonable amodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & FORMAL

TRAINING

High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) Certificate accepted One year of prior experience GED in a similar position may be considered in lieu of High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE:

Skill in using kitchen utensils, including knives, food processors, blenders, etc. Knowledge of proper handling, preparation, inspection, and storage of fresh produce, meat, fish, grains, and other nutritionalponents Knowledge of inventory practices and requirements sufficient to be able to identify shortages and reorder supplies as necessary Knowledge of type and application of sanitation and pesticide methods around foods Ability to perform basic mathematics and calculations in preparing a variety of diets Strongputer skills, including Microsoft Office, required. Strong verbal and writtenmunication skills.

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Must have valid driver's license. Must have or be able to obtain negative TB test. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and have sufficient mobility to ensure a safe work environment. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and evening hours, in all weather extremes. Must pass a background and drug screening.