Warehouse Supervisor - Off-Premise Catering en PROOF OF THE PUDDING

Description

Proof of the Pudding is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to assist in the coordination of off-premise catering events. The Warehouse Supervisor’s responsibilities include helping manage warehouse inventory and team members, effectively distributing food and equipment for multiple events through out the week, coordinate truck schedules and maintenance, and help train warehouse and operations team members.

To be successful, the ideal candidate is a hands-on operations lead with proven skills of inventory control, effective product distribution, and exceptional leadership qualities. This role will be managing $3 million+ in revenue and goods. The Warehouse Supervisor will work out of our Atlanta office in West Midtown.

Description

• Assist in managing all warehouse staff: Event Day Packers, Warehouse Associates, and Event Stewards
• Responsible for the overall cleanliness of the warehouse
• Assist with creating equipment pull forms and pulling equipment for events.  Must become familiar with equipment terminology
• Unpacking and organizing equipment returned to warehouse.
• Assist Warehouse GM with monthly inventory
• Responsible for opening and/or closing of facility as scheduled. Assuring all access points and vehicles are locked
• Assist Warehouse GM with company fleet management/maintenance.  Assuring that vehicles are clean, fueled, and safe for use at all times
• Assist with training new and existing warehouse staff on safety policies, proof standards, and more.
• Performs transfers of products and/or merchandise to and from the warehouse
• Responsible for receiving products and merchandise, checking for quality and damages to items, and the proper storage of the delivered products and merchandise
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks, transferring equipment between outlets, and making deliveries or driving to events when needed.
• Assists warehouse team with equipment & inventory control.
• Processes requests for supplies, prepares merchandise for delivery, and prepares packages for shipping according to established procedures
• Responsible for both pre & post event set-up/break down responsibilities
• Responsible for managing rental equipment, assuring that pick up and delivery of items are accurate and on time.  This includes linens, tables, chairs, chinaware, glassware, silverware, etc.

Perform other related duties as needed.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• 2+ year of warehouse lead experience, food service or catering warehouse experience is preferred
• Must be available for a variety of shift times (nights and weekends are needed)
• Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, ability to be DOT certified and have the ability/willingness to drive box trucks.
• Experience in operating common warehouse machinery including forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.

Required Specialized Skills:

• Must be a team player and possess great communication skills
• Must be comfortable working in a warehouse environment and following all safety protocols
• Must have a strong work ethic and be organized
• Must be proactive and hands-on

CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships.  Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
• Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion.  Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks.  Demonstrate a win-win attitude: “see it, own it, solve it.”
• Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company’s culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct. 
• Safety & Security - Observe safety and security standards.  Use equipment and materials properly.  Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements.  Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately.  Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security compliance at all times.
• Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
• Communication - Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard. 
• Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency.  Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
• Adaptability & Planning - Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations.  Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.
• Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.   

Work Environment 

This position will work out of the corporate office located in West Midtown with the Off-Premise Catering team. This role will be moving throughout the warehouse, lifting, carrying, arranging, cleaning, and organizing equipment. This role will also drive box trucks, open or close the facilities, and help monitor truck maintenance.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of standing, moving through the office and warehouse, loading and unloading trucks, hauling equipment, and operating basic warehouse machinery.
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to lifting up to 60 lbs

Position Salary & Benefits:

• This is an hourly, full-time position at $25/hr
• Benefits include health insurance, dental, vision, life, 401k, short & long term disability, HSA, daily lunches in office

Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.