Inventory Lead

Inventory

Lead

(El

Monte,

CA)

Schedule:






Full-Time 6am start,

Onsite

(may

include

early

mornings,

evenings,

weekends,

and

holidays

based

on

event

schedules)

Position

Summary

The Inventory Lead is responsible for overseeing all inventory operations within a fast-paced catering environment. This role ensures accurate


receiving,

storage,

tracking,

and

distribution

of

food,

beverages,

equipment,

and

catering

supplies.

The

Inventory

Lead

works

closely

with

operations,

warehouse,

kitchen,

and

event

teams

to

maintain

inventory

accuracy,

prevent

shortages,

and

support

successful

event

execution.

Key

Responsibilities

• Manage
  daily
  inventory
  counts
  and
  maintain
  accurate
  inventory
  records.
  
  
  
  
• Receive
  and
  inspect
  incoming
  deliveries
  for
  accuracy,
  quality,
  and
  damage.
  
  
  
  
• Organize
  and
  maintain
  warehouse,
  cooler,
  freezer,
  and
  storage
  areas.
  
  
  
  
• Monitor
  inventory
  levels
  and
  communicate
  replenishment
  needs.
  
  
  
  
• Track
  food,
  beverage,
  equipment,
  and
  disposable
  supply
  usage.
  
  
  
  
• Conduct
  cycle
  counts
  and
  monthly
  inventory
  audits.
  
  
  
  
• Investigate
  inventory
  discrepancies
  and
  implement
  corrective
  actions.
  
  
  
  
• Ensure
  proper
  stock
  rotation
  using
  FIFO
  (First
  In,
  First
  Out)
  procedures.
  
  
  
  
• Coordinate
  inventory
  preparation
  and
  fulfillment
  for
  catering
  events.
  
  
  
  
• Oversee
  loading
  and
  unloading
  of
  catering
  equipment
  and
  supplies.
  
  
  
  
• Maintain
  inventory
  management
  systems
  and
  update
  records
  in
  real
  time.
  
  
  
  
• Ensure
  compliance
  with
  food
  safety,
  sanitation,
  and
  company
  standards.
  
  
  
  
• Train
  and
  support
  inventory
  associates
  and
  warehouse
  staff.
  
  
  
  
• Collaborate
  with
  purchasing
  and
  operations
  teams
  to
  forecast
  inventory
  needs.
  
  
  
  
• Maintain
  a
  safe,
  clean,
  and
  organized
  work
  environment.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• 2+
  years
  of
  inventory,
  warehouse,
  logistics,
  or
  catering
  operations
  experience.
  
  
  
  
• Experience
  managing
  inventory
  in
  a
  food
  service,
  hospitality,
  catering,
  or
  warehouse
  environment
  preferred.
  
  
  
  
• Strong
  attention
  to
  detail
  and
  organizational
  skills.
  
  
  
  
• Proficiency
  in
  Microsoft
  Excel
  and
  inventory
  management
  software.
  
  
  
  
• Ability
  to
  lift
  up
  to
  50
  pounds
  and
  work
  in
  refrigerated
  storage
  areas
  as
  needed.
  
  
  
  
• Forklift
  certification
  is
  a
  plus.
  
  
  
  
• Strong
  communication
  and
  problem-solving
  abilities.
  
  
  
  
• Reliable
  transportation
  and
  flexibility
  to
  support
  catering
  event
  schedules.
  
  
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.