Onsite Catering Inventory Lead

Ultimate Staffing

California (MO)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

26 hours ago
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Job summary

Ultimate Staffing is seeking an Inventory Lead in El Monte, CA to oversee all inventory operations within a fast-paced catering environment. You will ensure accurate receiving, storage, tracking, and distribution of food, beverages, equipment, and supplies for events.

Responsibilities include cycle counts, FIFO rotation, coordinating with purchasing and operations, and maintaining real-time inventory records while complying with food-safety standards.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years in inventory, warehouse, or catering ops.
  • Experience in food service or catering environment preferred.
  • Proficiency in Excel and inventory systems.

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily inventory counts and records.
  • Receive deliveries; inspect for accuracy and damage.
  • Organize warehouse, cooler, and storage areas.
  • Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishment.
  • Track usage of food, beverages, equipment, and disposables.
  • Conduct cycle counts and monthly audits.
  • Investigate discrepancies and implement corrections.
  • Rotate stock using FIFO.
  • Prepare and fulfill catering event inventories.
  • Oversee loading/unloading of equipment.
  • Keep records updated in real time.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety standards.
  • Train inventory staff and coordinate teams.
  • Collaborate with purchasing/ops to forecast needs.
  • Maintain a safe, clean work environment.

Skills

Inventory management
Attention to detail
Microsoft Excel
Communication

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

Ultimate Staffing is seeking an Inventory Lead in El Monte, CA to oversee all inventory operations within a fast-paced catering environment. You will ensure accurate receiving, storage, tracking, and distribution of food, beverages, equipment, and supplies for events.

Responsibilities include cycle counts, FIFO rotation, coordinating with purchasing and operations, and maintaining real-time inventory records while complying with food-safety standards.

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