Pizza Inventory Operations Associate

Job Summary Barbalu Bklyn is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Pizza Inventory Operations Associate to support daily inventory activities, ingredient tracking, stock organization, and supply coordination. This position plays an important role in ensuring that pizza ingredients, kitchen supplies, packaging materials, and other essential products are properly monitored, stored, and replenished. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, basic inventory management knowledge, and the ability to work closely with kitchen staff, purchasing personnel, and restaurant management to maintain accurate stock records and support uninterrupted restaurant operations. Key Responsibilities Monitor daily inventory levels of pizza ingredients, kitchen supplies, and restaurant materials. Track stock quantities for flour, tomatoes, cheese, yeast, olive oil, vegetables, meats, and other ingredients. Record incoming deliveries, stock usage, transfers, and inventory adjustments. Organize storage areas to maintain accessibility, cleanliness, and proper product rotation. Check ingredient quality, packaging conditions, expiration dates, and product freshness. Apply first-in, first-out (FIFO) inventory rotation procedures. Assist with preparing stock reports and identifying replenishment requirements. Coordinate with suppliers and purchasing staff regarding deliveries and product availability. Communicate low-stock items and potential shortages to supervisors. Support inventory counts and periodic stock audits. Help verify delivered products against purchase orders and delivery documents. Monitor kitchen supply usage and identify opportunities to reduce waste. Maintain accurate inventory records using spreadsheets or inventory management systems. Ensure ingredients are stored according to food safety and temperature-control requirements. Coordinate with kitchen employees to understand daily and upcoming ingredient needs. Assist with receiving, labeling, shelving, and organizing inventory. Report damaged, expired, missing, or incorrectly delivered products to management. Qualifications and Requirements Previous experience in inventory control, stockroom operations, warehouse support, or restaurant operations preferred. Basic understanding of inventory tracking and stock management procedures. Familiarity with food ingredients and restaurant supplies. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to maintain accurate inventory records. Basic computer and spreadsheet skills. Ability to communicate effectively with kitchen staff, suppliers, and management. Understanding of safe food storage, sanitation, and product rotation. Ability to handle physical inventory tasks, including lifting and moving supplies within applicable safety guidelines. Reliable attendance and the ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Preferred Skills Experience managing inventory in a pizzeria or Italian restaurant. Familiarity with pizza ingredients, food packaging, and kitchen consumables. Knowledge of FIFO procedures and inventory replenishment methods. Experience using point-of-sale or inventory management software. Ability to identify stock discrepancies and report inventory issues. Strong teamwork, time-management, and problem-solving abilities. Understanding of food waste reduction and cost-control practices. Work Environment Restaurant kitchen, storage, and inventory operations. Regular collaboration with chefs, kitchen staff, purchasing personnel, and restaurant management. Active environment involving product receiving, stock organization, and inventory checks. Frequent standing, walking, bending, and handling inventory materials. Exposure to refrigerated storage areas, kitchen equipment, and food preparation environments. Flexible scheduling may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Benefits Potential benefits may include: Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications. On-the-job training in rest…

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