Goods In Assistant

Paul Rhodes Bakery; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local bakery in Greenwich is looking for a detail-oriented individual for an inventory management role. You will be responsible for receiving and inspecting deliveries of ingredients and ensuring proper documentation. Applicants must have a valid forklift license and demonstrate effective inventory management skills. Join a supportive workplace while enjoying benefits like free bakery products, employee discounts, and a referral bonus. Reliable commuting is essential for this position.

Benefits

Free & Discounted Bakery Products

Shop Discount

Free Birthday cake

Company Events

Referral Bonus

Cycle to Work Scheme

Additional holiday allowance

Paid breaks

Qualifications

• Valid forklift truck licence required.
• Ability to lift and manage heavy materials.
• High attention to detail for accuracy in receiving goods.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect deliveries of ingredients and packaging.
• Document received materials accurately.
• Manage inventory according to FIFO requirements.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Job description

Company About Us

Founded by former Michelin-starred chef Paul Rhodes in 2003, Paul Rhodes Bakery has built a strong reputation as the go-to supplier of quality handcrafted sourdoughs, cakes and pastries in the capital. Paul’s ambition when he started the bakery was simple: to provide London’s busy chefs with the best handcrafted bread, made from the finest ingredients possible and traditional techniques.

Today, as the bakery heads towards twenty-five years in business, the goal remains the same and this ambition underpins everything we do. We have both a wholesale business supplying some of London’s top restaurants, hotels, cafés, and entertainment venues, as well as our local retail bakery shop which is based a ten-minute walk up the road, in Greenwich Market.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented individuals to join our team and contribute to our success. At Paul Rhodes Bakery, we believe in nurturing talent. By joining our company, you’ll have the chance to work with experienced professionals, learn valuable skills, and be part of a friendly, supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Receiving and inspect deliveries of ingredient and packaging materials, ensuring accuracy and quality of products.
• Enter received materials on to necessary traceability and technical forms, carrying out tests as needed.
• Raising and reporting issues with deliveries to Stock and Goods In Manager for rectifying and escalation where needed.
• Maintaining company trace code procedure throughout the storage areas of the business.
• Ensuring all materials are stored in correct locations and in a suitable manner for their needs.
• Maintaining orderliness and cleanliness in the goods in and storage sections of the warehouse.
• Ensuring that all wastage and damages are recorded and reported to Goods In and Stock Manager.
• Ensuring that stock is managed in accordance with the company's FIFO requirements and that all Technical requirements are adhered to.
• Supporting where necessary with ordering and Stock Management admin.
• Following instructions on related issues and helping out when required.

What We're Looking For

• Valid forklift truck licence.
• Physical ability to lift and manage heavy materials as required.
• Attention to detail ensuring accuracy in receiving and documenting goods-in is vital.
• Highly organised with ability to manage inventory effectively and maintaining an orderly stock system.
• Clear communication skills with suppliers, team members and other departments.

Location

• Paul Rhodes Bakery, SE10 9PJ (Greenwich, London)
• Candidates must reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work.

Benefits

• Free & Discounted Bakery Products: Take home the freshest bread, pastries, and more every day.
• Shop Discount: Enjoy exclusive employee discounts on all products at our Greenwich shop.
• Free Birthday cake of your choice.
• Company Events: Join your colleagues for fun summer / winter social events.
• Referral Bonus: Earn a £500 bonus for bringing new talent into our growing team.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Convenient commuting options for you.
• Additional holiday allowance to reward length of service.
• Paid breaks.

Paul Rhodes is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. As part of this commitment, we strive to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to enable them to access the hiring process. For individuals who would like to request accommodation throughout the hiring process, please contact HR at: [e-mail]