Overview

The Warehouse and Event Porter is responsible for assisting in venue distribution/warehouse operations including inventory, receiving, purchasing, ordering, lay-ins, purchase order tracking, clean-up, transfers and equipment maintenance. This is a key position for the effective and profitable operation of the business. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work a variable schedule which includes evenings and weekends.  Open availability, professional presentation, outstanding interpersonal skills, self-direction and independent decision-making skills are required. 

This role pays an hourly rate of $19.50-$20.00.

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting with product purchasing/ordering, receiving and distribution control for the venue.
• Maintain sanitation and organizational systems of all warehouse storage areas.
• Fulfills all expectations including but not limited to requisitioning, stocking, inventory, warehouse returns, equipment storage, sanitation and maintenance.
• Oversee and ensure that appropriate stocking levels are met for each day; rotate and maintain integrity of product.
• Ensure proper transfer process of product between locations, including follow-up documentation.
• Assists in performing routine maintenance; responsible for restaurant and catering utility equipment cleaning and maintenance: portable equipment, burden carriers, carts, floors, refrigeration, and lighting.
• Ensure manifested equipment is in location.
• Conduct walk through of the commissary, warehouse and storage areas after the completion of the day to ensure all areas are clean.
• Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, professional and courteous manner which fosters a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
• Ability to make sound business/operations decisions (i.e. regarding employee placement, staffing adjustments, and/or respond to technical, product or equipment challenges during an event) quickly and under pressure.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Possess a thorough working knowledge of all existing restaurant locations: geographical location, equipment, evacuation procedures, adjacent employee and guest areas, and facility access.
• Possess valid Food Handlers certificate and Alcohol Service Permit if required by Provincial or local government.
• Possess thorough working knowledge of all applicable sanitation requirements, food preparation guidelines, alcohol service policies, safety standards, etc. pertaining to Oak View Group Hospitality and venue concession operations.
• Ability to calculate basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages) as they relate to product inventory.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years foodservice / hospitality experience; similar venue experience a plus.
• Food service certification

Physical Dimensions:

• Performing the duties of this position involves extensive and continuous standing and walking. 
• Routine activities require the employee to be able to reach with hands and arms, sit, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. 
• The employee is frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds. 
• The vision requirements include the ability to adjust focus, peripheral vision and close vision.

Working Conditions & Hazards

• Exposed to weather and non-weather related cold temperatures.
• Wet and slippery floors.
• Extreme hot surfaces.
• Pinch points and tight working spaces throughout building.
• Exposed to high noise levels.