Receiver - Dalhousie

Aramark•Halfiax, NS

1d•CA$20 - CA$20•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Receiver to join the Dal Food Services team at Dalhousie University in Halifax! The Receiver's main responsibilities include receiving and processing incoming products, stocking shelves, fridges and freezers, and performing inventory and quality control duties.

Requirements

1+ years’ experience in receiving, warehouse logistics or similar role required
Knowledge of and commitment to upholding high standards of food safety and hygiene
Ability to work effectively and efficiently supervised and unsupervised
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a genuine desire to provide outstanding customer service.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth operations.
Manual dexterity required for operating machinery
Must be able to stand for prolongues periods of time, lift up to 50 lb frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 35 lb

Nice To Haves

Experience in food preparation and service an asset
Valid WHMIS and Food Safe (Basic or Advanced), First Aid Certification is an asset

Responsibilities

Responsible for receiving and inspecting products, accurately labeling items and reporting any discrepancies in reconciliation of deliveries and invoices.
Responsible for organizing and storing all incoming products in assigned locations, applying FIFO (first in, first out) inventory controls for perishable products.
May require training and operation of a manual pallet jack, electric pallet jack, and/or forklifts.
Picks inventory to assemble orders of product, supplies and equipment for requisitions or established par levels.
Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to meet accuracy and production standards.
Load, unload and transport products and materials to different areas of the warehouse and/or other client locations. May require use of carts, powered industrial vehicles (PIV), or motor vehicles.
Responsible for conducting routine physical inventory counts based on established location schedules.
Accurately complete administrative duties including records such as inventory count documents, temperature and spoilage logs, equipment inspections, and any other relevant business records. This may be on paper or in a technology-based system (hand-held device or PC).
Clean work areas as assigned, including but not limited to restrooms, break areas, loading dock, freight elevator and freight platform delivery areas when applicable.
Implement all location safety policies, OSHA requirements, SDS standards, and emergency procedures. Use all required safety equipment and personal protective equipment.
Takes appropriate measures to ensure the security of client and company assets.
Interact with clients, employees, vendors, customers, and guests about business-related activities and attend meetings, as required.