Storekeeper I

Iowa State University; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite childcare

Health and dental benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Iowa State University Dining is seeking a Storekeeper I to manage receiving, inspection, and storage of food and supplies in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

You will maintain FIFO inventory, assist with food prep, and help keep areas clean and organized while following food safety procedures. Prior experience in food service or inventory is a plus; candidates must be reliable and safety-minded.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Possession of appropriate driver's license as required.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect food and supplies.
• Verify temperatures and documentation.
• Ensure products are stored, dated, and rotated using FIFO.

Skills

Read and write

Driver's license

Job description

Position Title

Storekeeper I

Job Group

Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Possession of appropriate drivers license as required.

Job Description

Keep the kitchen running smoothly from receiving to service! As a Storekeeper I, you’ll receive and inspect food and supplies, verify temperatures and documentation, and ensure products are properly stored, dated, and rotated using FIFO practices. You’ll maintain inventory and quality assurance records, assist with food prep and product movement, and help keep kitchen, storage, dish room, and equipment areas clean, safe, and organized. We’re looking for a dependable, detail-oriented team member who takes pride in food safety, sanitation, organization, and customer service. The ideal candidate works well in a fast-paced environment, communicates effectively, follows established procedures, and can provide direction and training to student employees. Experience in food service, receiving, inventory, sanitation, or kitchen operations is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a food service, kitchen, warehouse, storeroom, or receiving environment.
• Experience receiving, inspecting, storing, and rotating food, supplies, or other products.
• Experience maintaining inventory, completing records, or monitoring product temperatures.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and quality assurance practices, including FIFO inventory methods.
• Experience providing direction, training, or oversight to student employees or other staff.

Other Requirements

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Why Choose Iowa State University?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

Original Posting Date: August 17, 2026 Posting Close Date: August 29, 2026 Job Requisition Number: R19785

Learn more about Iowa State University Dining: https://www.dining.iastate.edu

Appointment Type: Regular Number of Months Employed Per Year: 09 Month Work Period Time Type: Full time Pay Grade: 0004a

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. [phone], email [e-mail].

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

Current employees (excluding temporary, student and graduate assistants) must apply through the Workday Internal Careers Hub. By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensiveland-grantmission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities. Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community. Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work. All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check. Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran.

Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. [phone], email [e-mail].

If you have questions about the application process please email [e-mail] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [e-mail] or call [phone] or Toll-Free: [phone]. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or [phone]. General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran.

If you have questions regarding this application process please email [e-mail] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: [phone]. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [e-mail] or call [phone] or Toll-Free: [phone]. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or [phone].

Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [e-mail] or call [phone] or Toll-Free: [phone]. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or [phone].