Receiver

  ### **Job Title:** Receiver **Location:** 425 Restaurant by Jean-Georges **Department:** Back of House (BOH) **Reports To:** Executive Chef / Sous Chef / Purchasing Manager --- ### **Job Summary:** The **Receiver** at **425 Restaurant by Jean-Georges** is responsible for managing all incoming deliveries, ensuring that products meet the restaurant's high standards of quality, freshness, and quantity. This role is critical in maintaining an efficient inventory system and ensuring the smooth flow of kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a deep understanding of food safety protocols. --- ### **Key Responsibilities:** - **Receive and Inspect Deliveries:** - Accept all incoming deliveries of food, beverages, and supplies, ensuring that items meet the restaurant's quality standards. - Verify the accuracy of deliveries by checking items against purchase orders and invoices. - Immediately report any discrepancies, damaged items, or incorrect shipments to the supplier and management. - **Inventory Control:** - Accurately update inventory records with received goods. - Ensure proper labeling, storage, and organization of all perishable and non-perishable items according to food safety regulations. - Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages or overstock to the purchasing manager and kitchen staff. - Rotate stock using the **First In, First Out (FIFO)** method to reduce waste and ensure freshness. - **Coordination with Kitchen and Management:** - Work closely with chefs and kitchen staff to ensure that the kitchen is stocked with all necessary ingredients for daily operations. - Collaborate with the purchasing manager to ensure timely reordering of stock when necessary. - **Maintain Cleanliness and Organization:** - Keep the receiving area clean, organized, and in compliance with health and safety standards. - Ensure all products are stored in the appropriate locations (coolers, freezers, dry storage). - **Documentation and Reporting:** - Maintain detailed records of all deliveries, returns, and discrepancies. - Organize and file invoices and purchase orders for accounting and auditing purposes. - Perform regular inventory checks and participate in monthly stock counts. --- ### **Qualifications:** - **Experience:** - Minimum of 1-2 years of receiving or warehouse experience, preferably in a restaurant or food service environment. - **Skills and Abilities:** - Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. - Ability to communicate effectively with kitchen staff, management, and suppliers. - Familiarity with food safety standards, including proper storage and handling of perishable items. - Ability to lift and move heavy items (up to 50 lbs) and work in coolers and storage areas for extended periods. - **Other Requirements:** - Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. --- **Apply Today** to join the renowned team at **425 Restaurant by Jean-Georges** and play a critical role in delivering the finest culinary experience to our guests.

Created: 2024-11-01