Receiver - TAO Restaurant Chicago

Tao Group Hospitality; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discounts

TAO Marketplace

Job summary

Tao Group Hospitality in Chicago is seeking a receiver/stocker to join our team. You will receive, unload, sort, verify, and move items to stockrooms or departments, supporting a fast-paced, high-volume venue environment.

You will follow purchase orders, maintain cleanliness, follow health standards, and work with chefs and purchasers. Strong teamwork and reliability are essential; previous receiver experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous receiver/stocker experience preferred.
• Experience as a receiver in a high-volume operation preferred.
• Knowledge of food product preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and sort delivered items.
• Verify quantity and quality of items received.
• Move items to stockroom or to a specific department.
• Operate shipping/receiving equipment as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of receiving areas and environment.
• Communicate with teammates and supervisors professionally.
• Assist with inventory and follow purchase orders.
• Follow health and sanitation standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading & writing

Team player

Education

Receiver/stocker experience

High-volume operation experience

Food product knowledge

Job description

Tao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
• Life and Disability Insurance Plans
• Ancillary Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fertility & Family Forming Support and Resources
• Pet Insurance
• TAO Marketplace
• Employee Discounts

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
• Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Tao Group Hospitality in-venue receiver training

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

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

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