Receiver ( Seasonal )

Great Performances•New York, NY

6h•$19•Onsite

About The Position

From innovative menus and striking design to impeccable service and critical attention to detail, at Great Performances, we weave our mission into all we do. This woman-owned business serving New York City for over four decades has evolved from a waitress staffing agency to the leading catering, events, and hospitality companies in the greater New York area. We provide food services in an array of celebrated New York City cultural institutions including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Wave Hill, and The Apollo Theater. We are known for full-service catering and events, corporate workplace dining and amenity programs, and large-scale event and festival production. Great Performances is the nation’s first caterer to own and operate an organic farm, Katchkie Farm located in Kinderhook, NY. Progressive from the start, we consistently set the pace for industry best practices. We are seeking highly motivated and talented individuals to join our team and to support our vision, mission, and values through everything they do. If you share our passion and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply. Our Vision: Building Community to Better Our World Our Mission: Unleash Joy through Genuine Hospitality The Receiver is responsible for efficiently and accurately receiving, inspecting, and storing all incoming shipments of meat, fish, produce, dry goods, and operating supplies. This role is essential in maintaining accurate inventory, ensuring product quality, and supporting the daily operations of Great Performances. The Receiver must demonstrate strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a commitment to food safety and sanitation standards.

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year of experience in receiving, stock, or warehouse operations; food service receiving experience strongly preferred.
Knowledge of Department of Health regulations and proper storage/handling of perishable and non-perishable food products.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy in inventory and quality control.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with drivers, vendors, and internal team members.
Able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and compliance with procedures.
Proficiency with basic record-keeping and familiarity with inventory or receiving software is a plus.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift for the duration of the shift.
Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
Comfortable working in cold storage environments (coolers, freezers) for extended periods.
Must be able to provide valid documentation that you are legally eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

food service receiving experience strongly preferred.
Proficiency with basic record-keeping and familiarity with inventory or receiving software is a plus.

Responsibilities

Verify all deliveries against purchase orders and invoices to ensure accuracy in quantity, product type, and condition.
Visually inspect fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, and other perishable items to ensure quality standards are met.
Report and document any discrepancies, damages, or shortages immediately to the Purchasing Manager.
Pack, unpack, label, and organize incoming shipments in designated storage areas (dry storage, coolers, freezers, stockrooms).
Rotate stock according to FIFO (First-In, First-Out) guidelines to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
Maintain accurate records of inventory received and assist with periodic cycle counts or physical inventories.
Keep receiving and storage areas clean, organized, and compliant with Board of Health and OSHA standards.
Dispose of shipping materials (boxes, pallets, packaging) safely and responsibly.
Follow proper food safety handling, sanitation, and temperature-control procedures at all times.
Assist in transporting products and supplies to various commissary kitchen stations as needed.
Collaborate with Purchasing, Culinary, and Operations teams to ensure smooth workflow.
Perform other duties as assigned to support commissary and kitchen operations.