Stockroom Associate
| Job #: | 100886 |
| Title: | Stockroom Associate |
| Job Type: | TEMPERM |
| Location: | Chicago, IL |
| Salary Range: | $16.50/hr |
Our client, a homeless shelter in the South Loop area, seeks a Stockroom Associate to assist with kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will be able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure work environment, while maintaining the organizational ability to perform job duties quickly and effectively. This is a 1st shift position (9AM-5PM, Monday-Friday). This position offers medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
Responsibilities
- Receive, unpack, and store deliveries in designated areas: Walk-in cooler, freezer, shelves, crates.
- Inspecting items for damage; report findings to Procurement and Culinary team members.
- Assist in organizing and maintaining stockroom inventory according to procedures.
- Pick and pull items for weekly menus as requested.
- Assist in counting and verifying stockroom inventory.
- Assist in maintaining a clean and organized stockroom to maximize efficiency.
Requirements
- Knowledge of English language (verbal and written).
- High school diploma, GED equivalent; some college.
- Prior experience in a stockroom or inventory control environment preferred.
- Basic food safety knowledge
- Computer literacy related to a working understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures and guidelines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to stand, walk, squat, reach, move, pull, lift, and/or bend for prolonged periods of time.
- The ability to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds.
- The ability to work effectively in an active environment.