Warehouse Runners | Part-Time | Rhubarb Hospitality Collection

Oak View Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Runner to support venue operations. This role is vital for ensuring the smooth distribution of equipment and materials during events. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness in the warehouse, managing inventory, and assisting with equipment maintenance. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy hands-on work, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant team in the event industry.

Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Qualifications

• 2+ years of foodservice/hospitality experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform extensive standing and walking.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse and storage areas.
• Ensure proper stocking levels and assist with equipment maintenance.
• Conduct walk-throughs to ensure cleanliness after events.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-direction

Decision-making Skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Warehouse Runner is responsible for assisting in venue distribution/warehouse operations including event set up, inventory, receiving, clean-up, transfers and equipment maintenance. This is a key position for the effective and profitable operation of the business. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work a variable event-driven schedule which includes evenings and weekends. Open availability, professional presentation, outstanding interpersonal skills, self-direction and independent decision-making skills are required.

This role pays an hourly rate of $16.00-$19.00.

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sanitation and organizational systems of all warehouse storage areas.
• Fulfills all event expectations including but not limited to requisitioning during events, post-event break down, warehouse returns, equipment storage, sanitation and maintenance.
• Oversee and ensure that appropriate stocking levels are met for each event; rotate and maintain integrity of product.
• Ensure proper transfer process of product between locations, including follow-up documentation.
• Assist in performing routine maintenance; responsible for concession and utility equipment cleaning and maintenance: portable equipment, burden carriers, carts, floors, refrigeration, and lighting.
• Ensure manifested equipment is in location.
• Conduct walk through of the venue and storage areas after the completion of the day to ensure all areas are clean.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years foodservice/hospitality experience; similar venue experience a plus.
• Performing the duties of this position involves extensive and continuous standing and walking.
• Routine activities require the employee to be able to reach with hands and arms, sit, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• The employee is frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• The vision requirements include the ability to adjust focus, peripheral vision and close vision.
• Exposed to weather and non-weather related cold temperatures.
• In areas with low levels of CO exposure.
• Wet and slippery floors.
• Extreme hot surfaces.
• Pinch points and tight working spaces throughout building.
• Exposed to high noise levels.