Wildlife Kitchen Support - Urban, Canada - Toronto Wildlife Centre

Toronto Wildlife Centre

Verified Company

Urban, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Status:
Seasonal, Full time, Five 8-hour days***
Location:Currently based at Downsview Park, and possibly relocating to the Rouge National Urban Park during 2023

Reports To:
Wildlife Rehabilitation Manager

Start Date:
Early spring 2023

Commitment:6 month contract

Salary:
Starting at $15.50 per hour

Position Summary:

The Wildlife Kitchen at Toronto Wildlife Centre (TWC) has been providing nutritious, species-specific food for thousands of patients annually, representing over 270 wild species.

A healthy diet is a critical aspect of rehabilitation for wildlife. The logistics of delivering hundreds of fresh meals each day to hungry patients is challenging so TWC is looking for an experienced team to take the lead

Seasonal kitchen staff will provide additional support during TWC's busiest time of year from April to October—when we care for up to 700 patients at a time with a huge range of diets and case-specific dietary needs.

The support staff will assist with meal preparation, feeder colony care, supply ordering and organization, and other tasks as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Upholds a positive, professional, and safe working environment at all times
Preparing diets for the patients on a daily basis
Preparing speciespecific formulas
Maintaining the (live animal) Feeder Colonies
Cleaning and maintaining the kitchen areas daily
Ensures satisfactory completion of all daily tasks.
Monitoring inventory and ordering supplies accordingly
Training interns and volunteers on species specific food preparation and presentation

Job Qualifications:

Minimum 18 years of age
Current tetanus vaccine
Must be able to meet physical demands of the job, including the ability to lift a minimum of 25 kilos (55 lbs.) must be able to stand, sit, walk, stoop, crouch kneel and twist on a regular basis.

Education & Experience:

Completion of a food preparation, animal dietetic or nutrition course(s) of study at the community college level or equivalent training and experience an asset
Preference will be given to students or graduates studying in a related field
Preference may be given to those with working knowledge of WHMIS legislation and Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act

Competencies:

Ability to work collaboratively within a team
Motivated selfstarter, with ability to prioritize
Flexible and adaptable to changing and dynamic work environment
Strong work ethic and desire to learn
Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
Must possess demonstrated leadership abilities.
Must have proven organizational skills.
Must be able and willing to work weekends and holidays.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Must have proven mathematical skills.

Please note:
Toronto Wildlife Centre is considered an essential workplace and adheres to Toronto Public Health's COVID-19 Guidelines for Businesses & Community Organizations