Central Kitchen - Purchasing Clerk

Market of Choice is now hiring for a full-time Purchasing Clerk to join our Central Kitchen! This position starts from $16/hour up to $19.25/hour, depending on experience. Market of Choice is a growing, local company with excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Our company offers a benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, competitive wages, access to financial wellness services, and a matching 401(k) retirement plan.

Description

This teammate will facilitate and ensure the purchase of inventory products and support our Market Central Kitchen with preparing and packaging products. Previous work experience is preferred but is not required - we provide on-site training!

DUTIES

Responsibilities

We are looking for a friendly team player to join our crew! This is a unique opportunity to be part of a tight-knit team atmosphere that is creative, fast-paced and fueled by our passion for quality and our commitment to exceptional food. As a Purchasing Clerk you will report to the Operations Manager and some of your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining order guides with par levels
• Consulting with the Operations Manager on a daily basis to ensure that the timing of orders and production schedules are coordinated
• Perform inventories to ensure inventory control and reduce waste
• Correctly packaging and labeling products in time for delivery
• Assisting with ordering and maintaining the inventory of fresh, frozen, and sundry products for use in the department
• Training new kitchen workers and assistants
• Controlling for quality of product and potential allergens
• Maintain positive relations with customers, vendors, and employees
• Maintain Health and Safety sanitation requirements
• Have a current Food Handler's Card (or be willing to obtain one prior to employment)
  
  

Qualifications

Applicants should be available to work any shift including weekends.

The ideal candidate will be at least 18 years of age.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

A diverse community and workplace benefits us all. Market of Choice is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified applicants as well as giving people of all backgrounds an opportunity to work and contribute to our company and community. We uphold our tradition of valuing our employees by providing equal opportunities to all applicants.