Receiver - New Venue Opening New York

Tao Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tao Group Hospitality is hiring for a new concept at a five-star hotel on Park Avenue in Manhattan’s NoMad district, slated for early 2027. The role focuses on receiving, unloading, and sorting deliveries, with responsibilities to verify items, stock them, and support kitchen and service teams.

Successful candidates will have previous receiver/stocker experience, preferably in high-volume settings, and knowledge of food products.

Qualifications

• Previous receiver/stocker experience or Tao Group Hospitality experience required.
• Experience as a receiver in a high-volume operation preferred.
• Knowledge of food products required.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and sort delivered items.
• Verify quantity and quality of items received.
• Move items to stockroom or to a department.
• Operate receiving equipment as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of receiving areas and venue.
• Assist with inventory and opening/closing procedures.
• Communicate with purchasers and chefs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Stamina

Fast-paced environment

Confidentiality

Professional appearance

Education

Receiver/stocking experience

High-volume operation experience

Food product knowledge

Job description

Now hiring for a new Tao Group Hospitality concept coming to a five-star hotel on Park Avenue in Manhattan’s NoMad district, early 2027.

Responsible for receiving, unloading, and sorting delivered items from vehicles and/or containers. Verifies the quantity and quality of items received, as well as moves or delivers items received from the shipping/receiving platform into the stockroom or to a specific department. May operate shipping/receiving equipment, such as forklifts, and maintains the appearance of the shipping/receiving platform. Interacts with fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of all team members.
• Manages all incoming orders in a quick and efficient manner.
• Accurately follow specifications of the purchase order.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of receiving areas, the kitchen, and the entire venue.
• Follow supervisor’s instructions, communicate with and support co-workers while being a team player.
• Possesses in-depth knowledge of receiving procedures and following company standard.
• Possesses general knowledge of the venue.
• Complies with the Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
• Communicates product needs to the purchaser and chefs.
• Assists with inventory.
• Properly sets up receiving station and performs opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:
  • Review and utilize daily purchase orders.
  • Wipes down and keeps receiving areas clean, orderly, and sanitized.
  • Completes opening duties as assigned or directed.
  • Completes closing duties as assigned or directed.
• Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.
• Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings (where applicable).
• Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.
• Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
• Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.
• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Tao Group Hospitality in-venue receiver training

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

• Previous receiver/stocker experience or equivalent related Tao Group Hospitality experience required.
• Experience as a receiver in a high-volume operation preferred.
• Knowledge of food products required.

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

• Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate
• Must be able to move quickly
• Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working Environment
• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials
• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
• Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment