Animal Nutrition Lead — Diet Prep & Browse Ops

Houston Zoo, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401k match

Free Zoo Membership

Free guest passes

Discounts on attractions

Free parking

Job summary

The Houston Zoo is seeking an Animal Nutrition Coordinator to support the daily operation of the Animal Nutrition Center, focusing on coordinating the browse program and commissary operations. This role oversees the collection, processing, and distribution of fresh browse, maintains records and food safety, and assists with diets, inventory, and staff training.

Requires a BA/BS and at least six years of food preparation experience at an AZA or equivalent facility, plus the ability to obtain a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in related field.
• Six years of food preparation experience at AZA or equivalent facility.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate browse processing and distribution per Nutritionist guidance.
• Record harvested plant species and quantities by animal section.
• Maintain commissary protocols, labeling, and daily food safety.
• Comply with USDA, FDA, AZA regulations and best practices.
• Prepare daily diets and obtain ingredients from ANC facilities.
• Track inventory and process diet change requests using Office apps.
• Submit restocking requisitions and place vendor orders.
• Train staff and volunteers; support SOP development.
• Assist with pest control and safety issue reporting.
• Operate required equipment and assist animal care teams.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in related field

Six years food preparation at AZA facility

Job description

The Houston Zoo is seeking an Animal Nutrition Coordinator to support the daily operation of the Animal Nutrition Center, focusing on coordinating the browse program and commissary operations. This role oversees the collection, processing, and distribution of fresh browse, maintains records and food safety, and assists with diets, inventory, and staff training.

Requires a BA/BS and at least six years of food preparation experience at an AZA or equivalent facility, plus the ability to obtain a