Food Storekeeper

Hebrew Rehabilitation Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hebrew Rehabilitation Center in Boston seeks a Storekeeper to receive, store and issue food supplies for the Food Services Department. You will ensure FIFO, inspect containers for kosher status, label perishables, and maintain a clean storeroom and loading dock. Deliver MOW daily and support efficient operations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 1–2 years of experience, and can lift up to 50 pounds. English fluency and MA driver’s license are required for this on-site role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years experience in a related role.
• Professional demeanor and strong communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and learn quickly.
• Must be able to speak and read English fluently.
• Valid Massachusetts driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Receive and store food supplies according to procedures, practice FIFO.
• Inspect containers and labels to ensure condition and kosher status.
• Label and date perishable foods received.
• Store items in the appropriate environment and organize by commodity.
• Maintain clean storeroom, loading dock, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Move racks, sweep and mop storeroom daily; clean air curtains daily.
• Monitor temperature sheets and follow safety rules.
• Assist in establishing inventory systems and call in milk/ice cream as needed.
• Deliver MOW daily and demonstrate initiative in assignments.

Skills

FIFO

Kosher knowledge

Inventory control

English fluency

Warehousing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

I. Position Summary:

The Storekeeper is responsible for receiving, storing and issuing food supplies and products for the Food Services Department. Responsible for inspecting all containers and covers to ensure that they are in good condition. The Storekeeper will work close with the Receiving Supervisor to ensure that the Storeroom is maintained in a clean and orderly fashion. Deliver MOW daily.

II. Position Responsibilities:

• On a daily basis, receive and store food supplies/products according to established procedures or as directed. Always practice FIFO when storing all foods.
• When receiving food, inspect all containers, covers, crates, cans, etc., to determine that they are in good condition as received. Determine that all products are kosher.
• Label and Date all perishable foods received.
• Subsequent to receiving food, store it in its appropriate environment as soon as possible according to established routines or as directed. Perishable foods should be stored first to preserve their quality. When storing food items, arrange them systematically according to commodity.
• Maintain the storeroom, loading dock, refrigerators and freezers in a clean, sanitary condition; clean them daily if necessary.
• Move racks and sweep and mop entire storeroom daily
• Clean air curtains Daily
• Do not allow odd items to accumulate, e.g., pallets.
• Check daily temperature sheets on refrigerators and freezers.
• Follow, and ensure adherence to, pertinent safety rules and regulations
• Assist supervisor in establishing and maintaining ordering and inventory systems.
• Call in milk and ice cream when needed.
• Contribute to the efficient and productive operation of the department.
• Deliver MOW Daily
• Exhibit timely completion of assignments with minimal assistance and appropriate follow-up.
• Exercise initiative, seeking additional tasks and projects from supervisor.
• Accept assignments readily.
• Recognize problems independently and work toward improving systems and procedures.
• Wears identification badge in a visible area above the waist line
• Wears uniform at all times.
• Perform additional related duties as required or as directed.

III. Core Competencies:

Promote effective interpersonal and interdisciplinary relationships, maintaining professional conduct at all times. Identify interpersonal conflicts and resolve them constructively. Display patience and tact when dealing with all Center employees. Present department in a positive manner towards visitors, patients and staff. Consistently maintain a courteous, pleasant, and supportive attitude toward visitors, patients and staff. Must be able to listen, understand, and follow directions. Must be able to communicate effectively with all staff. Exemplify professionalism and exhibit values which contribute to the achievement of the mission of the Food Service Department and the Hebrew Rehabilitation Center.

IV. Qualifications:

High school or equivalent. 1-2 years experience Must be act in a professional manner Must have an optimistic and positive demeanor Excellent oral communication skills Able to adapt to changing priorities Superb organizational skills. Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change. Knowledge of methods and procedures involved in purchasing, receiving, storing and disbursing food supplies/products, and supervisory responsibilities. Proficiency in record keeping and the use of pertinent computer applications, operation of fax, copier, etc. Valid Massachusetts driver’s license required Must be able to speak and read fluently in the English language.

V. Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift, pull, and push 50 pounds Must be able to stand for long periods of time Frequent bending is involved Exposure to extreme cold/heat Remote Type: On-site Salary Range: $17.16 - $25.74

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