Storekeeper II

Iowa State University; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa State University is seeking a Storekeeper II within ISU Dining’s Foodstores Logistics team. You will be responsible for receiving, storing, inventorying, and delivering food, supplies, and equipment across campus dining locations, operating forklifts and pallet jacks, and ensuring accurate records and safe handling.

The role includes training student staff, maintaining inventory integrity, and supporting vendor returns, with a focus on quality, safety, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• One year of storekeeping, accounting, business administration or related work experience, or any combination totaling one year.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license as required.
• Experience with inventory systems and food safety practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, inventory, and deliver food, supplies, equipment, and other materials across ISU Dining locations.
• Operate delivery vehicles and pallet jacks; load/unload materials and verify deliveries.
• Maintain accurate records, complete transfer docs, and coordinate with staff for safe placement.

Skills

Inventory management

Warehouse operations

Training staff

Tools

Forklift operation

Table inventory systems

Delivery vehicle operation

Job description

Position Title:

Storekeeper II

Job Group:

Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• One year of work experience in storekeeping, accounting, business administration or job related work, or Any combination of such experience and post high school education that totals one year. • Possession of appropriate drivers license as required.

Job Description:

Keep ISU Dining moving from the warehouse to the table! As a Storekeeper II , you’ll play a key role in receiving, storing, inventorying, and delivering food, supplies, equipment, and other materials across ISU Dining locations. You’ll operate delivery vehicles and pallet jacks, load and unload materials, verify deliveries, complete transfer documentation, distribute products, and coordinate with delivery-site staff to ensure items are safely and accurately placed. You’ll also move furniture and equipment between Dining locations and serve as a resource for delivery logistics.

You’ll maintain inventory across coolers, freezers, and dry storage areas, ensuring proper stock rotation, receiving temperatures, product quality, and accurate records. You’ll fulfill orders and requisitions, conduct inventory counts, use tablet and inventory systems, complete Quality Assurance logs, and maintain clean, safe, and organized storage areas. The role also includes supporting and training student staff, assisting with equipment maintenance, coordinating vendor returns, and obtaining and maintaining ServSafe and forklift certifications. Some items may weigh up to 100 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in food service, warehouse, storeroom, receiving, or distribution operations.
• Experience receiving, storing, rotating, and issuing food, supplies, or inventory.
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling equipment.
• Experience using computerized inventory, purchasing, or warehouse management systems.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, quality assurance, temperature monitoring, and FIFO inventory practices.

About the Department

ISU Dining’s Foodstores Logistics team keeps dining operations running smoothly by receiving, storing, managing, and distributing the food, supplies, and equipment needed across campus dining locations. The team plays an essential behind-the-scenes role in ensuring products are available, properly handled, and delivered safely and efficiently to support the Cyclone dining experience.

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.

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Application/Cover Letter

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

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [e-mail], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

06

Original Posting Date:

August 26, 2026

Posting Close Date:

September 9, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R19843

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.