Commissary Expeditor Retail - Grad/Catering (Starting Hourly Rate $25.44)

Princeton University•Princeton, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Commissary Expeditor – Retail in Catering/Graduate College receives, inspects, stores, inventories, secures, distributes, and delivers food, products, supplies, and merchandise for Campus Dining operations. The role ensures deliveries are received satisfactorily, products are kept in temperature-controlled environments, inventory is rotated using First In, First Out (FIFO) procedures, and catering and event logistics are supported. Products are delivered to campus locations. The position supports a campus dining program focused on exceptional dining experiences, healthy and sustainable menus, and high-quality ingredients. It requires operating a commercial motor vehicle over 10,000 lbs GVWR and complying with applicable U.S. DOT/FMCSA requirements. The role includes physical work in varied environments and temperatures, including loading docks, kitchens, walk-in refrigerators, and freezers. The position is full-time, with 40 standard weekly hours, and is eligible for overtime. Weekend, evening, late, extended, and work outside the unit may be required. The posted minimum hourly rate is $25.44.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1–3 years of experience in delivery driving, warehouse stocking and receiving, and inventory control, preferably in a food service environment.
Valid, permanent, non-provisional, non-probationary, non-interim driver's license issued by a U.S. state; international driver's licenses are not accepted.
Ability to drive trucks, vans, and box trucks with a lift gate and maintain a forklift certification.
Valid DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate (Medical Card), or ability to obtain one before the start date; must meet applicable non-CDL DOT requirements.
Ability to make sound independent judgments.
Ability to handle university property and products safely.
Ability to interpret purchase orders and invoices.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and extended hours, including work outside the unit.
Familiarity with sanitation principles for storage and stock and supply rotation.
Ability to stand or walk for up to 2 hours at a time and 6–8 hours per day; sit for less than 2 hours during an 8-hour day; and drive for no more than 120 minutes at a time.
Ability to frequently lift or carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or carry up to 100 pounds; push or pull up to 100 pounds occasionally; lift up to 50 pounds from floor to overhead and 100 pounds to waist height.
Ability to frequently use hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, or pulling; occasionally kneel, climb stairs or ladders, or knee stand; and frequently reach or lift overhead, bend, or squat.
Ability to work on loading docks and in varied environmental and temperature conditions, including kitchens, walk-in refrigerators, and freezers.
Ability to work at heights using proper conveyances such as ladders or lifts, with physical agility, full range of motion, and balance.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

Receive, unpack, inspect, sort, and store incoming merchandise, products, and supplies.
Pack, wrap, box, crate, load, and unload materials for shipment and delivery; operate a pallet jack or forklift as needed.
Deliver products and supplies within strict deadlines while driving safely and following Princeton University Fleet Safety Policy.
Monitor and secure storerooms, refrigerated units, and vehicles, and maintain proper storage temperatures.
Maintain weekly, monthly, and periodic inventories and ensure FIFO inventory rotation.
Manage gas grill and propane inventory and distribution.
Prepare, pack, load, deliver, and set up catering functions and special events.
Maintain Campus Dining vehicles according to guidelines.
Provide excellent customer service and represent Campus Dining professionally.
Report security violations and operational concerns to supervisors.
Follow applicable New Jersey State Health Codes and food safety regulations.
Support Athletic concessions events as needed.
Perform other duties assigned by management.