• We are hiring immediately for a PURCHASING ASSISTANT position.
• Location: Cleveland Clinic - 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44195 Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Monday thru Friday-Morning Shift
• Requirement: Basic computer skills and Receiving/Purchasing experience. Knowledge of web-based ordering systems
• Pay Range: $18.00 per hour to $20.00 per hour.
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  Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company supporting more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across 46 states, many of which are recognized as U.S. News & World Report ranked Top Hospitals and Health Systems. For over 70 years, Morrison has been serving some of the nation’s largest health systems and bringing a culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise that truly transforms the healthcare dining experience. Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians, 1,200 executive chefs, and 31,000 professional food service team members. The company has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work since 2012.

JOB SUMMARY

Summary: Responsible for assisting with ordering, receiving, storage and inventory of all departmental supplies and food stuffs, along with maintaining sanitation in storage areas.

• Orders food and supplies based upon product specification as established by company ordering protocols and procedures.
• Communicates with vendors to ensure lead times, proper substitutions, and product availbility.
• Makes interdepartmental deliveries.
• Inventories and maintains necessary food and other supplies to ensure efficient operation of the Food Service Department.
• Stores food and supplies in correct containers and in proper storage areas according to department guidelines as indicated by non-spoilage of food.
• Maintains records and logs documenting storage temperatures of perishable food items per standards.
• Dates, labels, and rotates stock according to procedures as indicated by oldest product being utilized first.
• Secures designated areas of potential theft, dangerous chemicals, supplies and equipment to safeguard associates. Follows all security procedures regarding storeroom organization.
• Transports food and supplies in appropriate containers or vehicles as indicated to ensure food or supplies arrive safely and intact.
• Follows HACCP guidelines when receiving and distributing food supplies to ensure quality and safety of food supply.
• Reports needed maintenance or repairs of equipment used to proper resources.
• Completes all daily, weekly, or monthly reports as outlined in the corporate policies and procedures on a timely basis meeting all prescribed deadlines.
• Identifies and utilizes cleaning chemicals following directions recommended by manufacturers and per MSDS sheets. Utilizes requipment in performing job functions according to department safety procedures.
• Has computer skills experience in Outlook, Excel, Word, and using 10-key. Comfort or knowledge of web-based ordering systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.