Receiving Clerk

The Inn at Little Washington, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains, is seeking a Receiving Clerk to join our dynamic team. Since 1978, we have been recognized with prestigious awards including Michelin 2 Stars, Forbes 5 Stars, and Wine Spectator Grand Award. As a member of Relais & Châteaux, we offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Essential Functions

• Receiving of deliveries and proper storage with attention to labelling and organization
• Continual rotation of products following the FIFO system and communication with supervisors regarding any product that needs processing or fabrication
• Recording daily food inventory pars
• Deep cleaning and pressure washing of walk-in coolers daily
• Organization and deep cleaning of dry storage areas daily
• Organization and consolidation of all fruit and citrus daily
• Cleaning of kitchen bay windows each week
• Attention to proper food storage in regards to the established food and safety practices
• Keeping the backdoor of the kitchen area clean throughout the shift
• Completion of receiving logs each day as directed
• Additional organization of storage areas as directed by AM managers and supervisors
• Drive company vehicle to safely transport goods between Warehouse and The Inn at Little Washington
• Other duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• A reliable mode of transportation to and from work
• Possession of a valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• The company will conduct a Motor Vehicle Background check upon hiring and once a year for any employee driving a company vehicle
• Understanding of proper sanitation and usage of cleaning supplies appropriately
• Positive Attitude
• Ability to work weekends
• Comfortable working in a high paced professional kitchen environment
• Minimum 1 year experience in a professional kitchen
• A high school diploma or GED
• Desirable: Bilingual in English and Spanish

Skills

• An eye for organization and detailed cleaning
• The ability to be self-motivated and take direction as given by management
• Strong communication skills and work ethic
• A sense of responsibility for cleanliness and organization
• Following guidance and direction effectively, efficiently, and appropriately

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (8-10 hours consistently)
• Requires exposure to hot pans, sharp knives, open flames, and temperatures ranging from hot to cold
• Availability and understanding that the position often requires hours in excess of a standard workweek (40-50 hours)

The Inn at Little Washington is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws