Loading Dock Receiver

The Mather in Tysons; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) match

Parking

Wellness account

Medical coverage

Life insurance

Job summary

The Mather Tysons is hiring a Loading Dock Receiver to help keep daily operations running smoothly. You will receive deliveries, inspect goods, store products safely, and assist culinary teams while maintaining accurate records and proper sanitation.

This full-time role requires evening and weekend availability. The position involves loading/unloading, inventory checks, temperature control, and adherence to safety and HACCP procedures in a fast-paced environment at The Mather Tysons.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with diverse staff and residents.
• Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking English.
• Flexible schedule including weekends/evenings.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize daily responsibilities.
• Professional demeanor and dependability in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to understand PO/invoice specs and temperature control requirements.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect deliveries and store products per HACCP procedures.
• Maintain inventory records and paperwork.
• Load/unload packages from vendors delivering to experience centers.
• Process incoming products and organize for storage and use.
• Communicate concerns to management and assist with inventory.
• Enter invoices into inventory system and track temperatures.
• Prepare and ship resident packages and equipment with proper labels.

Skills

Communication

English proficiency

Flexibility

Multitasking

Dependable

Teamwork

Job description

Keep Operations Moving at The Mather Tysons

Join our team as a Loading Dock Receiver, where you’ll play an important role in keeping daily operations running smoothly. From receiving and inspecting deliveries to maintaining accurate inventory, organizing shipments, and ensuring proper food storage and sanitation, you’ll help support our culinary team and the broader community. If you’re organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a full-time opportunity with a flexible schedule. Evening and weekend availability is required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Receives and inspects incoming deliveries and stores all product by following HACCP procedures while working to meet the Vision and Core Values of The Mather with enthusiasm and a spirit of cooperation & teamwork.
• Maintains appropriate paperwork as required.
• Load and/or unload packages from a variety of vendors delivering to the Experience Centers and resident apartments.
• Follows processes to receive, unpack and sort incoming products in the designated area.
• Consults management with quality and quantity concerns and assists with inventory.
• Inputs all invoices into food and beverage inventory/invoice program.
• Retrieving resident packages/furniture/equipment and preparing packaging and shipping information for the residents.
• Stores food product in designated locations ensuring proper temperature controls and proper stock rotation through first in/first-out method.
• Works on loading docks under a variety of environmental conditions, and under a variety of temperature conditions (e.g., kitchens, walk-in refrigerators and freezers, etc.)
• Maintains the cleanliness and proper maintenance of the loading dock, refrigerators, freezers and all storage locations. Ensures that they are kept in a safe and sanitary condition at all times. Reports any safety or sanitation concerns to management.
• Regularly cleans equipment. Maintenance includes, but is not limited to, sweeping, mopping power-washing of loading dock, and weekly deep cleaning.
• Assists with equipment assembly and installation as needed.
• Observes all VA State Health codes and Regulations including proper hand washing and use of gloves.
• Accurately completes temperature logs and foodservice records. Immediately informs Chef, in writing, when corrective action is needed.
• Supports the experience center’s sustainability initiatives including but not limited to proper recycling
• Reports security violations to supervisors.
• Represents The Mather to residents in a positive and professional manner.
• Attends training as required.
• Performs other responsibilities as assigned by Mather management.
• Adheres to the policies and procedures of the experience center.
• Identifies areas for improvement, proposes possible solutions, and participates in data collection and process changes as part of the Quality Assurance Process Improvement process.

REQUIRED:

• Excellent communication skills, being able to communicate clearly and effectively, work cooperatively and respectfully with a diverse set of staff, management team, students and community.
• Proficiency with the English language (speaking, reading and writing).
• Flexibility with schedule and work assignments. Weekend work, late hours, extended hours, and work outside the unit.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize daily responsibilities and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to maintain a professional workplace demeanor and be neat, alert and dependable.
• Ability to comprehend and respond to inquiries from residents and team members.
• Ability to interpret specifications on purchase orders, invoices, and equipment sheets.
• Honesty, accuracy and ability to handle valuable merchandise in a satisfactory manner.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, including working in various positions throughout the operation.
• Basic math skills, capable of making simple arithmetic calculations and the ability to analyze digital and analog thermometers, scales and other measuring devices. Knowledge of weights/measures and conversions.

PREFERRED:

• Prior successful experience with food items and warehousing techniques

The hourly base wage range provided is a good faith estimate of what Mather reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of the posting. The actual hourly rate offered will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, certifications, years of experience, geographic location, and current market conditions. At Mather, we are committed to being inclusive, resilient, bold, and impactful—and that includes offering a total rewards experience designed to support our team members. This position may be eligible to participate in Mather’s benefit plan and the Team Member Appreciation Fund, if applicable. Eligibility for benefits is dependent on employment status and hours worked per pay period. Participation in the Team member Appreciation Fund is not guaranteed and may vary based on factors such as hire date and program eligibility requirements. All benefits are subject to change without notice.

Hourly Pay Range

$20.75 - $23 USD

Mather offers a competitive benefits package.*

Team members are eligible for:

• A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.
• A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better)
• Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations)
• Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc.

Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Extended illness benefits
• Employee wellness programs
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance is available to benefit eligible team members.

*Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status.

About The Mather:

The Mather is a Life Plan Community in Tysons, Virginia, for those 62 and better that defies expectations of what senior living is supposed to be. More than a luxury residence, The Mather is in an enviable walkable, urban neighborhood, close to the Metro and all the DC area has to offer. Opened in March 2024, The Mather includes 293 independent living apartment homes, as well as assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing, along with multiple restaurants, a fitness center, art studio, gardens and more.

The Mather is located at 7929 Westpark Drive, Tysons.

About Mather

Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non-denominational, not-for-profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age Well SM , we create programs, places, and residences for today’s young-at-heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work ® , and has been selected as a Nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row.

Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.