Receiver (Seasonal)

Receiver

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced culinary environment and takes pride in keeping operations organized and running smoothly. The Receiver is responsible for ensuring incoming deliveries are accurately inspected, documented, and properly stored while maintaining inventory accuracy, product quality, and food safety standards. Working closely with our Purchasing, Culinary, and Operations teams, this role plays an important part in supporting the seamless day-to-day operations of our commissary and catering programs.

Key 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 established quality standards are met.
• Report and document discrepancies, damages, shortages, or quality concerns promptly to the Purchasing Manager.
• Pack, unpack, label, and organize incoming shipments in designated storage areas, including dry storage, coolers, freezers, and stockrooms.
• Rotate stock according to FIFO (First-In, First-Out) guidelines to maintain freshness, support proper inventory rotation, and minimize waste.
• Maintain accurate records of all inventory received.
• Follow proper food-handling, sanitation, and temperature-control procedures at all times.
• Maintain receiving and storage areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition in accordance with applicable Board of Health and OSHA standards.
• Dispose of boxes, pallets, packaging, and other shipping materials safely and responsibly.
• Assist with transporting products and supplies to various commissary kitchen stations and designated storage areas as needed.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Culinary, and Operations teams to support an efficient workflow and timely distribution of products.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support commissary and kitchen operations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Responsibilities and duties may evolve or change based on the needs of the organization and operation.

Qualifications

• 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 and handling of perishable and non-perishable food products.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy in inventory, receiving, and quality control.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with drivers, vendors, and internal team members.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and following established procedures.
• Basic record-keeping skills and familiarity with inventory or receiving software is a plus.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Comfortable working in cold-storage environments, including coolers and freezers, for extended periods.

Why Join Our Team?

Join a fast-paced and essential part of our culinary operations where your work directly supports the success of exceptional events and dining experiences. As a Receiver, you'll play a key role in ensuring quality, organization, and efficiency while working alongside a dedicated and passionate team. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills, gain valuable experience in a high-volume hospitality environment, and be part of a company known for excellence.

Location: Bronx, New York

Schedule: Seasonal, On-Site

Base salary: $19.00/hour

Benefits: Paid and unpaid safe and sick hours

Must be able to provide valid documentation that you are legally eligible to work in the United States.

Great Performances is an equal opportunity employer. At Great Performances, we employ qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience. Great Performances does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based on race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.