Commissary Technician: Lemur Center Food Prep & Inventory

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University’s Lemur Center in Durham, NC is seeking a Commissary Technician to support conservation, care, and study of primates. You will work with a husbandry team to prepare, organize, and deliver specialized diets for the lemurs, ensuring accuracy and safety.

The role combines food preparation, inventory management, and operational tasks in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. A Bachelor’s degree is required; experience in food prep or commissary operations is preferred, with the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent.
• Experience in food preparation or commissary operations preferred.
• Experience managing crickets, mealworms, and other feeder insects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion fresh fruits, vegetables, and other dietary items according to established nutrition plans.
• Assemble prescribed diets for the Duke Lemur Center's primate colony.
• Label, date, and manage prepared food items to ensure food safety standards.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Professionalism

Flexibility

Feedback reception

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Duke University’s Lemur Center in Durham, NC is seeking a Commissary Technician to support conservation, care, and study of primates. You will work with a husbandry team to prepare, organize, and deliver specialized diets for the lemurs, ensuring accuracy and safety.

The role combines food preparation, inventory management, and operational tasks in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. A Bachelor’s degree is required; experience in food prep or commissary operations is preferred, with the