Receiver

Bright Eyed; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Eyed, an extension of Happier Grocery, seeks a Receiving Associate to manage the flow of incoming inventory, especially fresh produce and perishable goods, at our New York commissary. You will inspect deliveries, verify against purchase orders, and document storage compliance in a fast-paced food production setting.

You will maintain accurate records, support PO management, and ensure proper labeling, rotation, and cleanliness in the receiving area while coordinating with purchasing and

Qualifications

• Experience in receiving and inspecting perishable goods.
• Ability to verify quantities against purchase orders.
• Familiarity with FIFO and proper labeling.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced food production environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming deliveries with focus on perishable goods.
• Verify products and quantities against purchase orders, packing slips, and invoices.
• Inspect products for quality, freshness, damage, expiration concerns and discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate receiving records and documentation.
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, rotation, and FIFO compliance.
• Support inventory counts, replenishment, and warehouse organization.
• Communicate with vendors, drivers, and internal teams professionally.
• Follow all food safety and workplace safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Inventory control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About Bright Eyed

Bright Eyed, an extension of Happier Grocery, aims to connect culinary visions to finished products. In a landscape where culinary innovation meets reliable production expertise, our commissary supports food and beverage-related projects to embrace their distinct identity & help create a compelling product to be presented in the marketplace.

Bright Eyed, an extension of Happier Grocery, aims to connect culinary visions to finished products. In a landscape where culinary innovation meets reliable production expertise, our commissary supports food and beverage-related projects to embrace their distinct identity & help create a compelling product to be presented in the marketplace.

The Opportunity

The Receiving Associate is responsible for supporting the accurate and efficient flow of incoming inventory at Bright Eyed, with a strong focus on fresh produce and other perishable goods. This role ensures deliveries are properly received, inspected for quality, verified against purchase orders, and accurately documented and stored. Working closely with purchasing, warehouse, and operations teams, the Receiving Associate also supports inventory control, purchase order management, and overall warehouse organization. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced food production and warehouse environment.

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming deliveries, with a strong focus on fresh produce and perishable goods.
• Verify products and quantities against purchase orders, packing slips, and invoices to ensure receiving accuracy.
• Inspect products for quality, freshness, damage, expiration concerns, and other discrepancies.
• Report shortages, overages, damaged goods, and quality concerns promptly and assist with resolving receiving discrepancies.
• Ensure products are properly labeled, stored, organized, and rotated according to FIFO standards.
• Maintain accurate receiving records, inventory data, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with preparing, organizing, and verifying purchase orders and communicating inventory or ordering needs.
• Support inventory counts, reconciliation, stock organization, replenishment, and product rotation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient receiving and warehouse area.
• Communicate professionally with vendors, delivery drivers, purchasing, and internal operations teams.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, product handling, and workplace safety procedures.
• Support additional commissary and warehouse operations based on daily business needs.