Receiver

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Receiver to ensure inventory accuracy, quality, and proper storage to support daily operations.

You will receive deliveries, verify items against purchase orders, maintain cleanliness, and coordinate with culinary and management teams to uphold company standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a receiver or similar role preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Ability to stand, walk and lift heavy items for extended periods.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect all incoming deliveries for quality and freshness.
• Verify items against purchase orders and invoices; report shortages or damage.
• Ensure deliveries meet quality standards and food safety rules.
• Assist with disposal of garbage and recycling.
• Follow health and safety regulations and proper storage procedures.
• Report maintenance needs to kitchen manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Physical stamina

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Job description

Sweetwaters a modern, seafood-forward, waterfront restaurant is opening in Fort Lauderdale, built around polished service, exceptional ingredients, and a high-level of hospitality.

We are assembling the founding team that will set the culture, the standards, and the guest experience from day one.

Be part of the excitement! Sweetwaters opens in October 2026-apply today to learn more about joining our opening team!

Job Summary

A Receiver plays a critical role in ensuring the restaurant's inventory is accurate, organized, and stocked to support daily operations. They are responsible for receiving deliveries, verifying product quality and quantities, maintaining proper storage standards, and working closely with the culinary and management teams to ensure all products meet company and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect all incoming food, beverage, and supply deliveries for quality, accuracy, and freshness.
• Verify delivered items against purchase orders and invoices, reporting any shortages, overages, or damaged products.
• Ensure all deliveries meet company quality standards and food safety regulations before acceptance.
• Assist with the disposal of garbage and recycling.
• Follow all health and safety regulations, including proper handling and storage of cleaning supplies.
• Remove and dispose of packaging materials, cardboard, and waste in accordance with company recycling and waste management procedures.
• Report any maintenance or repair needs to the kitchen manager.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a receiver or in a similar role is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to cleanliness.
• Ability to stand, walk, and carry heavy items for extended periods.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Pay: $18.00 / hour

This is a physically demanding role that requires attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidates for the receiver position at Sweetwaters will be reliable, hardworking, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen.

Physical Demands

• Frequent lifting, moving and carrying of plate ware, cleaning equipment, garbage etc. weighing up to 50 pounds in the back-of-house.
• Regular and prolonged standing and walking to wash dishes, move garbage, etc.
• Occasional ascending/descending stairs across the restaurant to deliver food, pick up dirty dishware, etc.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Frequent use of hand to finger motions, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms.
• Constant bending, stooping and turning to place dishes in machine, etc.
• Constant exposure to hot and damp temperature fluctuations.

Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

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