Seasonal Animal Nutrition Center Attendant

Columbus Zoo Family of Parks
  • Powell, Ohio
  • Temporary
3 days ago

Job Description

Overview:

Sloth Bear 1266 - Grahm S. Jones, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

 

 

As a Seasonal Animal Nutrition Center Attendant, you’ll be part of the behind-the-scenes team that helps support exceptional animal care through daily food preparation, delivery, inventory support, and sanitation. This hands-on role is ideal for someone with an interest in nutrition, animal science, or food preparation who enjoys staying active, working collaboratively, and contributing to a meaningful conservation-focused mission. If you’re dependable, organized, and excited to help keep animals healthy and thriving, this is a unique opportunity to make an impact every day.
 

This seasonal opportunity is anticipated to run from Fall 2026 through mid-April 2027.

The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, with a typical shift of 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Workdays will be determined based on operational needs.

 

Responsibilities:

Animal Nutrition Support & Distribution

  • Assists with the preparation and delivery of animal food to the animal departments.
  • Assists in maintaining a fresh supply of animal food, supplements and bedding materials.
  • Interfaces with all animal regions daily regarding changes in food orders or delivery schedule.

Operations, Sanitation & Department Support

  • Maintains safe and sanitary conditions for all storage facilities.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Posted schedule may be subject to change based on operational needs such as weather conditions, guest attendance and department needs.
Qualifications:

Education, Experience & Certifications

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Pursuing or have completed a bachelor's degree in nutrition, animal science, or a related field.
  • Valid driver’s license with good driving record required.
  • Prior experience in food prep preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Ability to learn to differentiate between toxic and non-toxic plants is desired.
  • Ability to drive oversize vehicles is desired.
  • Able to organize and work to complete assignments in an efficient manner.
  • Able to perform simple math calculations.
  • Able to balance multiple assignments successfully.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Able to provide excellent guest service by positively interacting with guests and upholding the guest service standards required.
  • Able to maintain courteous and helpful behavior.
  • Able to maintain appropriate employee appearance (see uniform guidelines in the employee handbook).

Physical Demands & Work Environment

  • Able to perform heavy physical work for extended periods of time.
  • Able to work in varied weather conditions (i.e. extreme heat, rain).
  • Able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays.

Employment Conditions

  • New-Hire TB test required.
  • Subject to Drug Free Workplace Policy.
  • Subject to BMV check.
  • Subject to Criminal Background check.

Numbers & Facts

LocationPowell, Ohio
Job TypeTemporary

Skills

  • Animal Careunmatched
  • Animal Husbandryunmatched
  • Animal Nutritionunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Conservationunmatched
  • Cook Dishesunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Food Deliveryunmatched
  • Mathematicsunmatched
  • Order Deliveryunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Physical Demandsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Sanitationunmatched
  • Vehicle Drivingunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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