Purchasing Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Opportunity: Purchasing Clerk

An opportunity for a detail-oriented person to work in our storeroom, primarily responsible for the purchasing/receiving of food and beverage products for the hotel. This role must adhere to established standards and procedures.

Potential Career Path

Purchasing Clerk - Purchasing Coordinator - Purchasing Manager

Essential Job Functions

• Communicate with F&B Director, Executive Chef and Sous Chefs to order all F&B products according to hotel needs and specifications.
• In consultation with F&B leaders order and and schedule deliveries of food and beverage items.
• When necessary deliver paper products, food, and beverage to necessary departments.
• Monitor the grades and quality of products received to ensure they meet the hotel's established standards.
• Maintain an orderly storeroom and conduct inventories.
• Obtain bids from vendors, using the telephone and FAX machines, according to the specifications set by the department heads.
• Ensure appropriate levels of inventories are maintained to minimize waste and maximize ratio turnover.
• Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
• Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Position Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous purchasing experience required or equivalent training.

Work Environment and Context

• Work schedule may include working some weekend days.
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping and kneeling.

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