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Operations Associate

The Restaurant Store
Reading, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/27/2026
Job Summary

The Operations Associate with The Restaurant Store is responsible for assisting the Product Lifecycle Manager with all aspects of daily material handling in a retail branch location. The Operations Associate will achieve a variety of operational goals through effective receiving, stocking, and presentation strategies that align with the goals of our sales, merchandising, order fulfillment, and inventory teams.

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Execute efficient receiving and put-away of incoming stock using pallet jacks, carts and/or powered equipment
  • Ensure a high level of organization and neatness while completing daily restocking tasks
  • Communicate effectively with the Merchandising and Inventory teams to sufficiently stock products in correct merchandising locations within the branch
  • Communicate effectively with the Product Lifecycle Manager to address any operational issues
  • Rotate stock (FIFO) and pull damaged and expired products as needed
  • Perform additional tasks and support initiatives as assigned by management to ensure smooth location operations and alignment with overall business goals
  • Maintain the overall cleanliness of the store

Physical Requirements

  • Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 9 hours/day.
  • Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
  • Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
  • Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
  • Requires the ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs.

Experience

  • Demonstrated knowledge of our business model and a strong work ethic
  • Basic customer service skills and ability to function well with coworkers
  • Strong verbal communication skills and ability to think critically
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Business Proficiency in English is required

Education

This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else.

Desired Traits & Skills

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 9 hours/day
  • Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing
  • Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
  • Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching
  • Requires the ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs.

Company Overview

Your one-stop-shop for restaurant supplies and foodservice equipment. We aim to exceed our customers’ expectations by providing excellent hospitality, quality, and value.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • PTO
  • Paid Maternity Leave
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability
  • Dependent Care FSA
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Incentives
  • Company Discounts
  • AT&T & Verizon Discount
  • Bonus Opportunities
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Adoption Assistance

Available at HQ Locations Only

  • On-Site Fitness Centers
  • Dog-friendly Offices

Salary : $18 - $22

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