Zoo Jobs: Nutrition Support Manager

Nutrition Support Manager

SeaWorld Abu Dhabi

SeaWorld Abu Dhabi (SWAD) is looking for a Nutrition Support Manager to join our pre-opening team who will be responsible for and directly participates in the daily activities and coordination of the SWAD Nutrition Center and Commissary along with food preparatory activities throughout the park.

The Nutrition Support Manager is integral to the maintenance of SeaWorld’s high animal welfare standards and to the advancement of the field and science of marine animal health. They will assist and participate in the management of the animal welfare program and play an active role in research opportunities at SWAD. They will provide assistance with resource planning and expense budgets for the Nutrition Center. They will be responsible for scheduling, training and developing a high-performing and motivated nutrition team.

Job scope will also include:

Manages ordering and inventory of foodstuff for animal diets, including seafood, produce, feeds, supplements, live foods, and operating supplies

Coordinate delivery schedule of frozen products and evaluate regular inventory stocks while maintaining good inventory practices, including proper in-out stocking, expiration dating and monitoring, and overall quality control of products

Coordinates diet request changes from Zoological Operations, Nutritionist, and Veterinary team and communicate with Hospital Manager, Nutritionist, and Animal Health and Welfare Director regarding animal diet needs, changes and crucial ordering processes

Researches new products and equipment

Oversees the maintenance of food storage/warehouse and culinary equipment

Responsible for maintaining working knowledge of company safety policies and implementing and developing standard operating procedures as needed in accordance with the Animal Health and Welfare Director

Responsible for maintaining working knowledge of WAZA, EAZA, AHA, and Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority standards and ensuring all commissary areas are in compliance. Coordinate and implementation of appropriate sanitation protocols for the Nutrition Center

Responsible for coordinating quality control sample collection, laboratory sample submission, and data entry.

Assists with preparing and managing annual departmental budget with Hospital Manager and Animal Health and Welfare Director

Works in varying shifts/hours based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; weekends, and holidays

Performs other duties as required

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