Purchasing / Receiving Specialist (FT) (AM/PM) ("Especialista en Mercancías")

EVANS HOTELS LLC • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is a Polynesian-themed destination located on the shores of Mission Bay and mere steps from San Diego’s famous Pacific Beach. The resort features 310 rooms and suites, lush tropical gardens, and award-winning dining at Oceana Coastal Kitchen. The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is owned by Evans Hotels, LLC, a family-owned and operated business committed to supporting and enhancing employee well-being through a variety of programs that nurture our staff professionally and personally. We offer hands-on manager and leadership training, employee appreciation days, and staff awards and recognition. Our team is also dedicated to serving our community through initiatives like company-wide beach clean-ups and volunteer opportunities. The Purchasing / Receiving Specialist (“Especialista en Mercancías”) supports the management of inventory levels and vendor communications while coordinating the daily procurement, receiving, storage, and issuance of all hotel food and beverage products and operating supplies. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to proactively monitor inventory to prevent shortages that may impact operations and guest service. Must have general knowledge of food items, alcoholic beverage items, and general hotel operating supply needs.

Requirements

• At least 2-3 years of relevant experience and/or training.
• Availability to work on weekends and holidays is required.
• Must be able to attain a valid San Diego County Food Handler certification upon hire.
• Intermediate working knowledge in the MS Office suite: Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong working knowledge of computer, scanner, facsimile machine, copier and any other standard office equipment.
• Ability to always maintain a friendly, professional, team-oriented, positive demeanor and diplomatic attitude, especially under stress or challenges.
• Ability to stand, kneel, squat for prolonged periods of time, up to and including, the entire shift and lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Previous similar position in a warehouse, hotel, or similar business entity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and inspect vendor deliveries, verifying accuracy against purchase orders and packing lists.
• Ensure all incoming goods meet quality standards and report discrepancies or damages promptly.
• Accurately enter received products into inventory systems and maintain organized documentation.
• Source and purchase primarily food & beverage products in alignment with operational needs and budget guidelines.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels based on outlet consumption and business demands; prevent shortages that impact guest service.
• Ensure proper storage, sanitation, organization, and strict FIFO rotation of all products, including perishable items.
• Conduct physical inventories and assist with month-end inventory reconciliation for all food and beverage within the department; not exclusive of assisting F&B team with beverage inventory in bars and all storage areas.
• Prepare and reconcile daily receiving reports and complete required daily close-out procedures.
• Process vendor returns, emergency deliveries, and required shipping/receiving paperwork.
• Coordinate issuance and distribution of operating supplies and deliver products throughout the property as needed.
• Fill and deliver requisitions for beverage to bars, banquets, and kitchen daily.
• Assist F&B team with weekly replenishments as needed.
• Notify F&B team of any beverage or food related shortages or discrepancies.
• Assist Outlet F&B team on weekly beverage orders; comparing order requests to inventory to ensure no overages or shortages occur.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and organization of all storage areas, equipment, and loading dock spaces.
• Assist the Purchasing Manager and collaborate with warehouse clerks and hotel leadership to support overall operational efficiency.
• Follow all departmental and hotel Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while working independently with minimal supervision.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as directed by the leadership team.

Benefits

• Earn $1000 for Culinary, Engineering, Housekeeping, and $350 for all other roles for each hired referral at any Evans Hotels property.
• Discounted Hotel Rooms for you, family and friends.
• Free Employee Parking and/or discounted MTS Pronto card.
• Free Meals & Refreshments during working shifts.
• Career advancement opportunities!
• Health (including SIMNSA), Dental, Vision, 401k with match, life insurance, sick and vacation time.
• Discounts on cell phone bills, shoes, gym memberships, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed