Storeroom Associate (Porter), Culinary Services

at  University of Saskatchewan

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Provides support and assistance to the Central Stores Supervisor
• Assists in the day to day activities related to the Culinary Services storekeeping operations.
• Properly handles, stores and issues stock to internal departments as outlined in production sheets and location product requisitions
• Assists in preparing lists of stock items required based on par stock levels and as directed by production sheets and catering contracts
• Ensures proper rotation of stock (first in/first out)
• Properly handles, stores and issues stock to internal departments as outlined in production sheets and location product requisitions
• Assists in ensuring proper communication to ensure appropriate inventory levels of regular stock
• Arranges and rearranges stock as required for efficient service and minimum handling ensuring proper rotation and storage (first in/first out)
• Handles and stores all products in accordance to Public Health Food Safety regulations
• Ensures cleaning product, chemical, and hazardous materials are handled and stored in accordance to WHIMMIS and Workplace Safety
• Assists with the shipping and transfer of items from central stores to satellite retail locations as requisitioned.
• Assists with counting monthly inventory
• Ensures cleanliness and organization of stockroom and storage areas including fridges, freezers and dry storage areas
• Works cooperatively with other staff to ensure seamless customer service. This includes but is not limited to covering sick and vacation time
• Assists in ensuring external clients and visitors are received and are directed to their destination and/or point of contact
• May occasionally be required to assist truck drivers and utility person(s) during peak times
• Maintains productive and professional relationships internal and external business partners and stakeholders
• Assists in the Dish room as needed
• Assists with general kitchen cleaning and maintenance
• Maintains productive and professional relationships internal and external business partners and stakeholders
• In the absence of the Receiver, this position will be required to assist with the receiving function of accepting product and orders

EDUCATION:

The incumbent requires a Grade 12
Food Safe Certificate is required
WHIMIS Certificate is required

EXPERIENCE:

The incumbent requires a minimum 2 year of food service experience working in a roles with responsibilities of proper food handling, stock rotation, and work place organization and cleanliness.

SKILLS:

Ability to work efficiently and productively in a high volume setting for protracted periods of time
Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting
Ability to work independently
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to adapt or respond to changing priorities and variable workloads
Ability to learn quickly
Positive attitude and the ability to interact productively and collaboratively with coworkers
Strong organizational skills
Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions and request clarification when needed
Department: Culinary Services
Status: Term 12 months with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent
Employment Group: CUPE 1975
Shift: Shifts are subject to change with business demands however primarily involve early mornings 6:30am to 3:00pm Monday through Friday.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $16.35 - 19.61 per hour. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Ancillary Services
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 1
Posted Date: 8/28/2024
Closing Date: 10/8/2024 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Storeroom Associate supports the Culinary Central Stores Supervisor by assisting in the daily operations of the central stores and shipping/receiving area ensuring established procedures are consistently applied. Assists in putting away and handling stock ensuring proper storage and rotation of perishable and non-perishable food products, equipment small wares, and operational supplies. Assists with the distribution of products from central stores to assigned storage areas, kitchen departments, and satellite locations.