Receiving Clerk

Located in the picturesque town of Washington, Virginia.

30 minutes from Culpeper, Front Royal, and Warrenton, Virginia
40 minutes from Gainesville and Stephen City, Virginia
Just a bit over an hour from Reston, Loudoun County, Virginia and Washington, DC.

Since 1978 The Inn at Little Washington, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains, has been one of the most decorated restaurants and hotels in the world. There is no better time to join our growing team of exceptional people. Your next career awaits.

Some of our awards include Michelin 2 Stars, Forbes 5 Stars, Michelin Green Star, AAA 5 Diamonds, and Wine Spectator Grand Award. Member of Relais & Chateaux.

Why join our team:

We offer:

• Health, vision and dental insurance (full time employees)
• Paid time off (Full time employees)
• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• On-the-job training
• Employee education allowance
• Advancement potential
• Flexible schedules
• Employee appreciation events
• Complimentary uniforms
• Delicious "family" meals daily prepared by the chefs
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive pay

The Receiving Clerk reports directly to the Director of Purchasing. The porter is responsible for handling all receiving of deliveries and storage of all food goods. Additionally, deep cleaning, product rotation, and organization of common storage areas are expected to be completed daily or weekly depending on the scope of the project. The porter also assists with completion of daily receiving logs and ensures all product received is of acceptable quality. Communication with the managers regarding daily tasks and responsibilities is necessary.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Receiving of deliveries and proper storage with attention to labelling and organization
• Continual rotation of products following the FIFO system and communication with supervisors regarding any product that needs processing or fabrication.
• Recording daily food inventory pars.
• Deep cleaning and pressure washing of walk-in coolers daily.
• Organization and deep cleaning of dry storage areas daily.
• Organization and consolidation of all fruit and citrus daily.
• Cleaning of kitchen bay windows each week.
• Attention to proper food storage in regards to the established food and safety practices.
• Keeping the backdoor of the kitchen area clean throughout the shift.
• Completion of receiving logs each day as directed.
• Additional organization of storage areas as directed by AM managers and supervisors.
• Drive company vehicle to safely transport goods between Warehouse and The Inn at Little Washington.
• Other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS


Required

• A reliable mode of transportation to and from work.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with a clean driving record. The company will conduct a Motor Vehicle Background check upon hiring and once a year for any employee driving a company vehicle.
• Understanding of proper sanitation and usage of cleaning supplies appropriately.
• Positive Attitude.
• Ability to work weekends.
• Comfortable working in a high paced professional kitchen environment.

Desirable

• Minimum 1 year experience in a professional kitchen.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

SKILLS

• An eye for organization and detailed cleaning.
• The ability to be self-motivated and take direction as given by management.
• Strong communication skills and work ethic.
• A sense of responsibility for cleanliness and organization.
• Following guidance and direction effectively, efficiently, and appropriately.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (8-10 hours consistently).
• Requires exposure to hot pans, sharp knives, open flames, and temperatures ranging from hot to cold.
• Availability and understanding that the position often requires hours in excess of a standard workweek (40-50 hours).

**The Inn at Little Washington is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws**