Receiver at LAVO Italian Restaurant

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for receiving, unloading, and sorting delivered items from vehicles and/or containers. Verifies the quantity and quality of items received, as well as moves or delivers items received from the shipping/receiving platform into the stockroom or to a specific department. May operate shipping/receiving equipment, such as forklifts, and maintains the appearance of the shipping/receiving platform. Interacts with fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of all team members.

• Manages all incoming orders in a quick and efficient manner.

• Accurately follow specifications of the purchase order.

• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of receiving areas, the kitchen, and the entire venue.

• Follow supervisor’s instructions, communicate with and support co-workers while being a team player.

• Possesses in-depth knowledge of receiving procedures and following company standard.

• Possesses general knowledge of the venue.

• Complies with the Department of Health and company sanitation standards.

• Communicates product needs to the purchaser and chefs.

• Properly sets up receiving station and performs opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:

  • Review and utilize daily purchase orders.

  • Wipes down and keeps receiving areas clean, orderly, and sanitized.

  • Performs opening side-work as prescribed.

  • Performs closing side-work as prescribed.

• Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.

• Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings (where applicable).

• Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.

• Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example.

• Portrays a positive and professional attitude.

• Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.

• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.

• Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Tao Group Hospitality in-venue receiver training

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

• Previous receiver/stocking experience preferred.

• Experience as a receiver in a high-volume operation preferred.

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

• The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

  • Ability to write and verbally communicate

  • Must be able to move quickly

  • Must be able to push and lift up to 50 lbs.

  • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

  • Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume

  • Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working Environment

  • Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials

  • Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment

  • May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required

  • Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards

  • Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality

  • Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment