Culinary & Hospitality Stores Clerk -Permanent - Full Time - Days - Halifax

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Northwood Halifax is currently accepting applications for Food Services Stores Clerk.

Responsibilities:

• Supports the efficient operation of Culinary & Hospitality inventory and supply management.
• Coordinates ordering, receiving, storage and distribution of food and related supplies.
• Maintains accurate inventory records and ensures appropriate stock levels are maintained.
• Works collaboratively with internal departments and external vendors to meet operational needs.
• Ensures all processes align with organizational standards for safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Files orders, tracks invoices and organizes deliveries; fills orders and records details in the database system.
• Prepares purchase orders for replenishment of stock and places orders with vendors via phone, fax or online systems.
• Physically receives goods from suppliers; verifies quantities and condition against purchase orders and enters received items into the database.
• Ensures goods are stored appropriately in designated areas within the Culinary & Hospitality department.
• Rotates inventory using FIFO (First In, First Out) principles.
• Works closely with the Manager and Production Supervisors to monitor inventory levels, re-order points and minimum stock levels.
• Matches vendor invoices with receiving reports and packing slips; forwards documentation for payment approval.
• Coordinates with Accounts Payable to ensure accuracy of stock item pricing and updates.
• Ships supplies to external sites and organizations as required.
• Contacts suppliers to confirm delivery timelines and follow up on outstanding orders.
• Participates in annual inventory counts.
• Support, deliver and evaluate par stock levels on resident neighborhood kitchenettes
• Cooperates with other departments regarding supply and equipment requirements.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Valid Nova Scotia Drivers License and ability to travel to other sites on occation
• Must be comfortable working at heights and using ladders
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Capable of lifting, walking and pushing/pulling supply carts
• Basic math skills required
• Previous experience operating pallet jacks is considered an asset
• Intermediate computer skills required, including:
• Advanced Food Safety Certificate
• Able to lift up to 50lbs at a time
• Able to maintain regular and consistent attendance

Salary: As per the Northwood Scale

Department: Culinary & Hospitality Services

Reporting to: Manager, Culinary & Hospitality Services

Effective: Immediately

Hours: 80 Hours Biweekly - 8 hour shifts

Applications:

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