What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pizza Purchasing Coordinator position at Tortoise Pizza?
Job Summary
Tortoise Pizza is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Pizza Purchasing Coordinator to support purchasing activities, inventory management, and supplier coordination. The ideal candidate will help ensure that ingredients, packaging, and kitchen supplies are ordered accurately and delivered on time to support smooth restaurant operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate purchasing of pizza ingredients, toppings, sauces, cheese, and other food supplies
- Monitor inventory levels and identify replenishment needs
- Prepare and submit purchase orders according to restaurant requirements
- Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, product availability, and delivery schedules
- Verify incoming deliveries against purchase orders and invoices
- Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and supplier records
- Compare supplier prices and help identify cost-saving opportunities
- Coordinate with kitchen and management teams to forecast supply needs
- Monitor product quality, freshness, and expiration dates
- Help prevent shortages, overstocking, and unnecessary waste
- Follow food safety standards and company purchasing procedures
Qualifications
- Previous purchasing, inventory, restaurant, or food service experience preferred
- Knowledge of food supplies and restaurant inventory practices is an advantage
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Good communication and supplier coordination abilities
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with spreadsheets or inventory systems
- Strong attention to detail and basic numerical skills
- Ability to manage multiple orders and deadlines
- Reliable, professional, and able to work independently and with a team
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Paid training
- Health benefits for eligible employees
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for professional development
- Career advancement opportunities
About the Company
Tortoise Pizza is presented here as a pizza restaurant focused on preparing and serving pizza and related menu items. The Pizza Purchasing Coordinator helps support daily operations by maintaining dependable supply availability, coordinating with vendors, and assisting with efficient inventory and purchasing practices.
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 34.0 per week
Benefits:
- Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22