Carnivore Nutrition Center (CNC) Animal Care Associate

Salary: $56,485.00

Carnivore Nutrition Center (CNC) - Associate

Status: Exempt Full-Time Entry -Level

Salary: Annual- Starting at $56,485.00

Benefits: After 60 Days Medical, Dental, Vision After 30 Days 403 B Offered

Primary Function: Meal Preparation/Food Handling/Sorting and Cleaning

Direct Supervisor: Refuge Director/ Animal Care Manager

Organization Overview:

The Wild Animal Refuge is a place where motivated change makers can immerse themselves into a dedicated community, working side by side to provide a safe-haven for rescued animals to live out rest of their lives with dignity and respect. We are so much more than a workplace. We are a team committed to service, to bettering our communities, and the world. As the oldest and largest non-profit carnivore Sanctuary in the world, our visionary approach is simple: EVERYTHING we do is for the animals.

Job Summary:

Meal Preparation 30%/ Food Handling Sorting 30%/ Cleaning 20%

Perform other Job Duties as assigned 20%

With the guidance and under supervision of the Refuge Director and Animal Care Supervisor, the CNC Associate will execute day to day functions regarding diet and nutrition, Meat and Produce sorting, meal preparation, food organization, perform all duties in a safe manner while following company protocol, custodial, sustainability, and long-term equipment care. Perform other related job duties as assigned.

CNC Team members perform functions in the following areas:

• Equipment Maintenance
• Food Handling and Sorting - including raw meat, produce, and other donated food stuffs
• Meal Preparation
• General Operations
• Cleaning of Equipment and Building
• VolunteerSupervision
• Sorting of Heavy Food Storage Barrels Requiring Lifting Capability of 70+ lbs

Specifically, we are looking for people that possess the following qualities:

• Belief in organizations mission
• Determination
• Positive attitude
• Above average stamina
• Physically fit
• Ability to lift 70+ lbs
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme heat and cold
• Can think on your feet
• Critical thinking skills
• Impeccable Judgement
• Efficient
• Sense of humor
• Attention to detail
• Strong work ethic
• Team player
• Fast learner
• Flawless communication skills
• Unselfish
• Benevolent

*Must have a valid Drivers License and own reliable transportation.

As you can see, we are looking for people who possess strong foundational skills with an attitude to succeed. Its incredibly important for each candidate to know in their heart they are truly ready to become part of something bigger than themselves and actually possess all of the core ingredients required.

If you looking for a challenging and rewarding service opportunity with real purpose you are special and we want to meet you!

Clear Focus:

The above Job Description is intended to describe the general duties/nature of the level of work. This Job Description is not to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, and skills required. Job Descriptions are somewhat fluid and will change depending on the Organizations strategic direction and overall objectives accordingly.

Background Check Statement:

Approval for Hiring is contingent upon successfully passing a background check prior to your Hiring/Acceptance/Offer. This background check does not report to any credit bureau and no impact will be seen on the applicants side. This process helps the Company screen for any past background experiences that pose a threat or a discrepancy to the Organization, as TWAS does not hire any violent offenders, or individuals that have been charged criminally involving endangering/threating/hurting children and/or animals. By applying you are authorizing the The Wild Animal Sanctuary to perform this background check.

EEOC Statement:

Our Non-Profit organization, "The Wild Animal Sanctuary" is an equal opportunity employer.All applicants will be considered foremploymentwithout attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.