Inventory Specialist

Location: 4301 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92122, USA

Pay

The hourly wage range for this role is $22.50 - $26.75. The base salary or hourly wage will vary based on factors including prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. This range does not include potential bonus or benefits.

Benefits

• Employer contribution for individual and eligible dependents' medical insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Commuter Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts through BenefitHub
• Employee Meal Discounts
• Opportunities for growth and internal promotion

About the role

This position assists with ordering, receiving, inventory, and organization of the restaurant to reduce administrative time for managers. By allocating these responsibilities to an hourly team member, managers can remain focused on operations during business hours. Managers will review orders for accuracy and par levels until the supervisor is self-sufficient.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inventory counts of food, supplies, and other stock items.
• Accurately enter inventory data into the restaurant management system.
• Identify and investigate discrepancies in inventory counts and report findings to management.
• Track and report inventory variances, waste, and usage patterns.
• Place all food and supply orders, maintaining required par levels of dry goods and perishables to ensure product availability.
• Receive and inspect deliveries, ensuring items meet DTF Brand Standards and align with invoice details.
• Properly store and organize all deliveries, maintaining clean and orderly storage areas.
• Ensure proper stock rotation (FIFO) using date stickers and labeling systems.
• Follow up with vendors regarding product issues, shortages, mispicks, and discrepancies.
• Reconcile delivery receipts against purchase orders and invoices to ensure accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support inventory and kitchen operations.

Requirements

• Positive and professional attitude.
• Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision, attention to detail, accuracy, and speed.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with vendors and internal teams.
• Knowledge of food safety, storage requirements, and stock rotation best practices (e.g., FIFO).
• Strong computer skills, including written communication, data entry, and reporting.
• Proficient in using email and Google Workspace.
• Basic understanding of food cost management, waste tracking, and par stock maintenance.
• Proficient in inventory management software and restaurant management systems.
• Ability to lift heavy objects (50 lbs), frequently twist and bend, and handle a large physical workload.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and able to provide documentation to work legally in the United States.