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Job Summary:

Purchasing & Receiving Clerk - Nutrition & Food Services

Maintains an accurate and efficient inventory system through the use of computer systems in purchasing, storage issuance and receiving foods and supplies for Wellstar Kennestone. Receives, handles and stores food and supplies in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point Standards (HACCP). Meets the budgetary constraints of the department.

Responsibilities:

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Receiving Accuracy:
  * Consistently checks condition of shipment, noting any damage or discrepancies and informing Inventory Specialist.
  * Stays alert for shipments marked refrigerated, rush priority or have emergency status and prioritizes accordingly.
  * Checks current inventory to ensure no stock in inventory is expired.
• Issue accuracy:
  * Accurately matches all delivery documents with packages and stages for delivery of goods.
  * Performs timely, accurate and safe delivery and/or pick-up of materials throughout the site and the system utilizing appropriate materials management equipment.
  * Responsible for safety to self and others while delivering materials throughout department and facility.
• Adherence to Company and Department Operating Policy and Procedures:
  * Checks all cooler internal temps daily and records result on cooler temp log.
  * Ensures staff if using FIFO (First in First out) when putting up stock.
  * Ensure all stock is stored within guidelines established by regulatory agencies (18 inches from ceiling and 6 inches from floor, HACCP, and disposal of dented cans).
  * 100% Handwashing compliance.

Required for All Jobs

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Qualifications:

Required Minimum Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Required Minimum Experience:

• Experience in stock rotation and/or storage required.
• Foodservice experience highly preferred.

Required Minimum Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of pallet jacks and other heavy storeroom equipment.
• Good customer relations and communication skills are essential.
• Must be able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language.
• Limited cooking knowledge is helpful.

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