Culinary Receiver: Instapay & Inventory Expert

Levy Restaurants; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Instapay (early access to wages)

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Program

Discount Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Levy Restaurants at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, NC seeks a Culinary Receiver to ensure smooth operations by receiving, inspecting, and organizing all incoming food. You will maintain accurate inventory, ensure food safety compliance, and collaborate with the culinary team for event and non-event days.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year in culinary operations or warehouse receiving, familiarity with HACCP, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Flexible hours including weekends are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of experience in culinary operations, warehouse receiving, or inventory management (hospitality or stadium/arena experience preferred).
• Familiarity with HACCP guidelines and food safety handling procedures.
• Ability to work in cold environments (coolers, freezers) for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy in record-keeping.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand or walk for long periods.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive team attitude.
• Must be available to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and event days.

Responsibilities

• Receive all food deliveries, dry goods, and perishable items in accordance with quality and safety standards.
• Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and delivery invoices to ensure accuracy and report discrepancies.
• Conduct temperature checks and quality assessments of all perishable goods upon arrival.
• Properly label, date, and rotate inventory (FIFO system) to maintain food safety and freshness.
• Organize and stock all culinary storage areas, including walk-in coolers, freezers, and dry storage.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of receiving and storage areas in compliance with local health department standards and internal protocols.
• Assist with weekly and monthly inventory counts and reporting.
• Communicate efficiently with chefs, sous chefs, and procurement staff regarding shortages, overages, or damaged items.
• Operate pallet jacks and other equipment safely to transport inventory.
• Support kitchen staff by transferring supplies and ingredients to appropriate prep stations as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

Inventory management software

Job description

Levy Restaurants at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, NC seeks a Culinary Receiver to ensure smooth operations by receiving, inspecting, and organizing all incoming food. You will maintain accurate inventory, ensure food safety compliance, and collaborate with the culinary team for event and non-event days.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year in culinary operations or warehouse receiving, familiarity with HACCP, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Flexible hours including weekends are expected.