Primate Diet & Inventory Technician

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University’s Duke Lemur Center seeks a Commissary Technician to prepare specialized diets, manage inventory, and support daily operations in a unique environment dedicated to primate conservation and education. You will work with a husbandry team to ensure nutrition and safety across all food items.

Responsibilities include assembling diets, labeling and storing items, and maintaining sanitation in food prep areas.

Qualifications

• Food preparation or commissary operations experience.
• Experience managing crickets and worms.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion fresh fruits, vegetables, and other dietary items according to nutrition plans.
• Assemble prescribed diets for the primate colony.
• Label, date, and manage prepared food items for safety compliance.
• Receive, organize, and store food deliveries and supplies.
• Monitor inventories of produce, insects, cleaning supplies, and commissary materials.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of preparation areas and equipment.

Skills

Food prep

Commissary ops

Cricket handling

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

Knives & choppers

Induction burners

Job description

Duke University’s Duke Lemur Center seeks a Commissary Technician to prepare specialized diets, manage inventory, and support daily operations in a unique environment dedicated to primate conservation and education. You will work with a husbandry team to ensure nutrition and safety across all food items.

Responsibilities include assembling diets, labeling and storing items, and maintaining sanitation in food prep areas.