Food Service Store Room Assistant

JOB PURPOSE

The Assistant Storeroom Coordinator is responsible for the ordering, receiving, handling, and storing of food in accordance with current standards, guidelines, and regulations. The Assistant Storeroom Coordinator orders food ensuring compliance with all approved vendor initiatives and managed order guide policies and procedures.

The Assistant Storeroom Coordinator uses the approved order process associated with the FLIK Senior Living food production system to ensure budgetary projections are met and performs inventory for ordering of foods and supplies shipped to the Dining Services Department.

The ideal candidate has experience receiving goods in food service and knowledge of proper food handling techniques, basic computer skills, and the physical ability to perform all duties [Lift 40+ pounds, operate and manipulate a hand truck, etc.] All other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential Functions are tasks or responsibilities that are the primary drivers for the job. Select the essential functions for this job and assign each a percent value according to priority. The total percentage for the selected functions must be 100%.

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Completes paperwork associated with receiving orders, including transmittal of invoices and credit memos.
• Checks all deliveries for correctness, quality, recalled product and to ensure product specifications are met.
• Ensures that the receipt, handling, and storage of all goods will minimize losses, waste and fraud by carefully following established procedures.
• Distributes product to all Dining Services areas as per assigned level.
• Provides direction and training to staff assigned to the storeroom.
• Ensures staff schedule coordinates with storeroom and receiving operations

SKILLS:

• Ability to demonstrate organizational skills

• Prior experience in inventory, storeroom, or warehouse operations preferred (especially in a food service or hospitality environment).

• Basic knowledge of food safety, storage, and sanitation standards (ServSafe certification a plus).

• Basic math skills and familiarity with inventory software or spreadsheet tools.

• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling stock and documentation.

COMPETENCIES: Observable and measurable knowledge, skills, abilities and personal attributes that contribute enhanced employee performance and ultimately result in organizational success.

EDUCATION: High School graduate or GED.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Fast paced day-to-day operations. May require some weekend and evening scheduling. May be required to assist in unloading deliveries.

Generally, in Kitchen, storeroom, and some refrigerated areas.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Identify If the job is physically demanding. A physically demanding job is one that requires to standing for extended periods of time, lifting heavy objects on a regular basis, completing repetitive tasks. May be required to assist in unloading deliveries.

Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay Perks:

• Career Growth Pathways/Opportunities
• Same Day Pay
• Responsive and Supportive Leadership
• Employee Appreciation Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Scholarship Opportunities
• 40 % Discount at In-house Dining Venue

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.

At-Will Employment Statement

Employment with our organization is "at-will," meaning that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason not prohibited by law.