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Commissary Keeper (Temporary)

Cincinnati Zoo
United States, Ohio, Cincinnati
3400 Vine Street (Show on map)
Nov 22, 2024
Temporary Commissary Keeper *Summary:* Encompasses the skilled professional and technical work in the routine daily tasks of the Commissary. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) Temporary position. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Conduct a comprehensive range of duties including ordering, receiving, and maintaining food and supplies, stocking, cleaning, organizing, food and product delivery, and record keeping duties for the Commissary Daily cleaning of all Commissary areas including browse cooler, hay barn, around the outside of the buildings Safely utilize equipment to carry out duties for diet preparation, food bin assembly, and delivery. Ensure all equipment is safe and functional and vehicles are clean and properly maintained. Provide proactive, positive customer service, communicating and collaborating effectively with teams on needs and issues Operate in accordance and compliance with the occupational Health and Safety Act and all CZBG safety policies Ensure all fellow employees work in a safe manner with appropriate protective equipment, and that all accidents and hazards within the area of responsibility are promptly reported to the appropriate parties *Desired Qualifications & Requirements:* Commissary keepers have a unique role in providing service to many areas of the zoo and must possess and utilize excellent communication, customer service skills and efficient use of their time This position requires a person to be detail-oriented and able to complete certain tasks within an allotted period Truck driving responsibilities may require driving both inside and outside the Zoo. Must become forklift & bobcat certified within 180 days of appointment Must be able to drive trucks with either a manual or automatic transmission Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable through the Zoo's auto/equipment policy *Working Conditions:* This position is physically taxing. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; climb or balance; grasp; and negotiate stairs and ladders. In addition, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and must be able to lift/move/carry 50-75 pounds on a routine basis, without mechanical assistance. Employees will drive carts and Zoo trucks and utilize equipment and cutting utensils on a daily basis. Off days will be Saturday and Sunday.