Stores And Receiving Associate

The First Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 22,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stores and Receiving Associate at The First Group Hospitality is responsible for receiving, inspecting, storing, and issuing food, beverages, operating supplies, and other inventory for hotel operations. The role ensures deliveries are accurate, stored safely, and departments receive supplies to deliver excellent guest service.

Key responsibilities include FIFO/FEFO application, stock counts, discrepancy reporting, and coordinating with multiple departments to maintain health, safety, and

Qualifications

• Experience in stores, receiving, warehouse, inventory, or similar hospitality role preferred.
• Experience in hotel, restaurant, resort, catering, or food service environment is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and proper storage practices.
• Ability to read purchase orders, delivery notes, invoices, and stock requisitions.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with inventory or point-of-sale systems.
• Good numerical, organizational, and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive deliveries and verify quantities, quality, specifications, and expiry dates against purchase orders and delivery documents.

Skills

Stores experience

Receiving

Inventory control

Food safety knowledge

Reading orders/docs

Numerical skills

Communication

Physical fitness

Shift flexibility

Certification in food safety

Tools

Inventory systems

Job description

Job Description:

Overview

The First Group Hospitality is a Dubai-headquartered, full-service hospitality management companyspecialisingin hotel operations, asset management, and F&B strategy. With a team of industry veterans and a proventrack record, the company delivers tailored solutions that enhance efficiency,optimiserevenue, andmaximiseasset value for investors and hotel owners.

As a trusted third-party hotel management provider, The First Group Hospitality partners with leading global brands to drive operational excellence and long-term profitability, thanks to expertise spanning property performance optimisation, cost management, and guest experience enhancement.

Beyond management, The First Group Hospitality develops and operates a dynamic portfolio of upscale hotels, residences, and award-winning restaurants, creating high-value hospitality assets that stand out in the market. For more information, visit tfghospitality.com

Job Description

The Stores and Receiving Associate is responsible for receiving, inspecting, storing, and issuing food, beverages, operating supplies, and other hotel or hospitality inventory. This role ensures that all deliveries are handled accurately, goods are stored safely and appropriately, and departments receive the supplies they need to deliver excellent guest service.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive deliveries and verify quantities, quality, specifications, and expiry dates against purchase orders and delivery documents.

• Inspect goods for damage, temperature compliance, freshness, and overall condition.

• Record received items accurately in the inventory or stock management system.

• Label, date, and store products according to food safety, hygiene, and storage requirements.

• Maintain organized, clean, and secure storerooms, refrigerators, freezers, and receiving areas.

• Apply FIFO/FEFO principles to minimize waste and prevent product expiry.

• Issue stock to authorized departments based on approved requisitions.

• Conduct regular stock counts and assist with monthly and periodic inventory checks.

• Report discrepancies, damaged goods, shortages, overages, and expired products to the appropriate supervisor.

• Coordinate with Purchasing, Finance, Kitchen, Food and Beverage, Housekeeping, and other departments as required.

• Ensure receiving areas and storage facilities comply with health, safety, hygiene, and security standards.

• Handle goods safely and use equipment such as hand trucks, weighing scales, pallet jacks, and temperature-monitoring devices.

• Maintain accurate records, including delivery notes, temperature logs, stock issue forms, and inventory reports.

• Support waste control, cost management, and loss-prevention initiatives.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Stores Supervisor or relevant manager.

Desired Skill & Expertise

• Previous experience in stores, receiving, warehouse, inventory, or a similar hospitality role is preferred.

• Experience in a hotel, restaurant, resort, catering, or food service environment is an advantage.

• Basic knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and proper storage practices.

• Ability to read purchase orders, delivery notes, invoices, and stock requisitions.

• Basic computer skills and familiarity with inventory or point-of-sale systems.

• Good numerical, organizational, and record-keeping skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and internal departments.

• Physically able to lift, carry, and move stock safely.

• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required.

• A food safety or handling certification is an advantage.

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