Warehouse Associate - Temporary - Jobs in Red Deer County

Job Description

Westerner Park is seeking a temporary warehouse associate for the period of October 23rd to November 10th, with a possibility of being kept on for casual shifts. This role will support our operations during Canadian Finals Rodeo and AgriTrade. SUMMARY The Warehouse Associate is a key member of the Westerner Park Food and Beverage Team. Under the direction of the Procurement Coordinator and the Warehouse Supervisor, the Warehouse Associate will be responsible for monitoring inventory levels and performance indicators to track, evaluate and assist in assessing the effectiveness of ordering, replenishment, demand management functions to ensure continuous improvement. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Under the direction of the Procurement Coordinator and the Warehouse Supervisor, the Warehouse Associate is responsible for:

• Working collaboratively with the Food and Beverage Team to determine product needs
• Coordinating with staff to ensure stock is rotated and waste, spoiled inventories are accounted for
• Monitoring inventory levels as supplies are transferred between locations
• Counting material, equipment, supplies in stock and recording totals to manual inventory records on a weekly and monthly basis

• Executing and delivering internal requisition orders to replenish inventory levels as required.
• Comparing physical inventory counts to inventory records to verify quantities and adjust errors as appropriate
• Prepare concession, bar and suite locations with the right amount of product according to the par stock sheets and recording the opening counts of each location and providing that count to the Concession and Bar Event Coordinator. Ensure that all inventory requests are sufficient to business demand and correspond with the menu.
• Ensure that the product that is being stock is fresh and expiry date is current
• May be called upon to help cook and run a till if needed for busy events

• Potential to be called upon to assist with emergency response i.e., Evacuation, injury, etc.
• Maintain records of merchandise received and transferred and compared in accordance with the purchase order
• Prioritize and perform daily workload assigned by the Coordinator or Warehouse Supervisor
• Answering radios and phone calls in a professional manner
• Oversee merchandise returns to vendors

• Ensure no recycling is left in the warehouse, product that needs refrigeration after opening is being refrigerated as well as ensuring all alcohol is secured at all times
• Ensure all products being issued has been recorded on a requisition form
• Set up of temporary concession stands and movement of equipment based on event needs.
• Removal of grease buckets, recycling, garbage and cardboard from concessions
• Receiving shipments – ensure accuracy of shipment, track and record for inventory purpose, bring forward any discrepancies, and create reports regarding supply costs

• Organize and maintain warehouse, ensure the storage area is clean and advise the Supervisor or Coordinator of inventory anomalies
• Deliver prompt and efficient resolution of shortfalls to user departments
• Operate Forklift, Pallet Jack, Gator, Food and Beverage Van for moving stock
• General housekeeping duties as assigned
• Other duties as required

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Decision making
• Customer Focused
• Client and guest experience minded

• Accountability and Dependability
• Communication and Teamwork
• Adaptability / Flexibility
• Creative and Innovative Thinking
• Decision Making, Judgement and Problem Solving

• Planning and Organizing

QUALIFICATION AND REQUIREMENTS

• Must meet legal requirements to distribute alcohol
• Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong planning, organizational, time and priority management skills with the ability to work on multiple objectives with tight timelines

• Knowledge of safe lifting techniques
• Knowledge of policies and procedure for food handling, food storage and sanitization
• Accountability and dependable
• Shift work, evenings, weekends are required
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License

• Forklift certificate is considered an asset
• First aid is an asset
• Experience with inventory control responsibilities an asset
• Food Safe Certificate is considered an asset

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to tolerate frequent walking, standing, kneeling, pushing, climbing and lifting
• Lifting and carrying of materials up to 75 lbs
• Ability to work in a team and individually
• Given Westerner Park is in the Major Events industry, this individual will need the ability to be adaptable and flexible with their time. Work will include evenings and/or weekend shifts as event volume dictates.

Rate: $16,32 to $19.00 per hourNote: This position is temporary for the duration of CFR and AgriTrade. There may be possibility for additional casual work beyond this time period. #LI-DNIThank you for your interest in Westerner Park. We look forward to reviewing your application. Westerner Park welcomes all applicants for this position. Should you be individually selected to participate in an assessment or selection process, accommodation is available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used. Powered by JazzHR