Warehouse Associate - Off-Premise Catering

Atlanta’s leading caterer, Proof of the Pudding, is seeking additional Warehouse Associates to join the Off-Premise Catering team headquartered from the corporate office in West Midtown Atlanta. Warehouse Associates are responsible for a wide range of tasks to help ensure efficient overall operations of the changing event logisitics and business needs. Work assignments and tasks can change on a daily basis based on the immediate needs of the event calendar but typically include picking and packing equipment onto trucks according to pack-lists and assisting with the organization and inventory of equipment, décor, and product. The ideal candidate has experience working in a warehouse setting, enjoys being a team player, and is highly organized.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs transfers or 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
• Responsible for operating equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.
• Assist with pulling and packing equipment for events, unpacking and organizing equipment returned to warehouse.
• Loading and unloading trucks, transferring equipment between outlets, and making deliveries or driving to events when needed.
• Cleaning and organizing the warehouse, china room, and dish room.
• Assists warehouse leads 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
• Ensures security of company assets

Performs other related duties as required

Education and/or Experience

• Experience working in a warehouse is necessary, experience in food & beverage or the hospitality industry is preferred
• Knowledge of warehouse safety standards and best practices
• Ability to pass a background and DOT certification test
• Must be available for a variety of shift times (nights and weekends are needed) - we can work to make flexible schedules and work around other jobs

Specialized Qualifications:

• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Renowned time management and organization skills
• The ability to work alone and as a team
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to learn and adapt quickly

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 have the opportunity to drive box trucks and will travel as needed to Atlanta area events.

Uniform Requirements

Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of standing, moving through an event space, and traveling from venue to venue
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Must have ability to occasionally lift up to 60 lbs
• Must have ability to move 150 lb rolling racks, dollies, carts and hand-trucks.

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.   

Position Salary & Benefits:

• This is a part time position with an hourly pay range of $14-$20/hour.
• Benefits include daily meals per shift

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.

Salary : $14 - $17