Inventory Operations Coordinator TERM

Project Open Hand•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

The Inventory Operations Coordinator supports daily kitchen operations by helping with product receiving, inventory tracking, storage, cleanliness, routing, and food temperature checks. This role works closely with kitchen leadership and reports to the Manager of Inventory Operations to ensure food is handled safely and in alignment with agency procedures. This is a full-time, temporary position scheduled Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The role is expected to last approximately 90 days, with the possibility of extension based on organizational needs. The Inventory Operations Coordinator II plays an important role in supporting staff and volunteers who prepare and distribute medically tailored meals for the community. This position is ideal for someone who is dependable, organized, and motivated to support a mission-driven organization focused on health and nourishment.

Requirements

Experience working in a warehouse or kitchen inventory control function
Experience receiving products and the associated paperwork
Must be able to work as part of a team in a fast paced environment, communicating effectively with colleagues, volunteers and clients
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Ability to speak, read and write in English to facilitate communication
Flexible schedule with the ability to work days, nights, weekends and holidays to meet demand
Microsoft Office proficiency

Nice To Haves

Supervisorial experience
Industrial kitchen experience
Experience with Computrition or inventory tracking software
Hands-on experience driving vans and forklifts
Forklift Certified

Responsibilities

Train and oversee volunteer tasks, while also organizing inventory and deliveries
Create and foster a positive volunteer experience by ensuring volunteers remain engaged in productive tasks
Update volunteer roster as needed when receiving communications from volunteers
Rotate new product in storage areas using first-in-first-out (FIFO) method and proper procedures for handling and packaging food
Plan the cycle of food in storage areas and assign correct cooler or dry storage area for incoming product to facilitate with Operations functions and product distribution
Organize and log paperwork and verify quantities and costs with purchase orders
Immediately report all delivery discrepancies
Assist with weekly inventory of food, beverage and prepared meals
Assist with management of warehoused items needed by the kitchen and distribution teams
Assist with procedure development and improvement where warranted
Maintain clear and efficient communication between all parties involved in the receiving and delivery process
Other duties as assigned