Job Description
Storeroom Clerk
Department: Storeroom
Reports To: Storeroom Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
The Storeroom clerk is responsible for the daily execution and oversight of refrigerated food storage operations. This role ensures product integrity, inventory accuracy, FIFO compliance, and food safety standards while providing functional leadership to associates working in cold storage areas. The position is hands-on and operational, with accountability for temperature control, sanitation, and coordination with Cooks, FSQ, Food Packing, and Sanitation teams.
This is a non-union lead role and does not include disciplinary authority but may provide direction, training, and work assignments to team members.
Key Responsibilities
Cold Storage Operations
- Lead day-to-day activities within refrigerated storage areas
- Ensure proper storage, labeling, segregation, and rotation of all products
- Monitor cooler and freezer temperatures and ensure corrective action is taken when deviations occur
- Verify product integrity and report damages, shortages, or quality concerns
Inventory Control
- Maintain accurate inventory records using manual logs
- Conduct daily cycle counts and assist with complete physical inventories
- Reconcile inventory discrepancies and communicate findings to supervision
- Stage and release product according to production schedules and requisitions
Food Safety & Compliance
- Enforce HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards within cold storage areas
- Complete and verify temperature logs, sanitation logs, and compliance documentation
- Support internal and external audits (Medina, airline, or third-party)
Team Leadership
- Provide daily work direction and task prioritization for cold storage associates.
- Train new and existing associates on standard work, safety, and compliance procedures.
- Serve as the point of contact for operational issues during assigned shifts.
- Promote safe work practices and proper use of PPE
Safety & Sanitation
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe cold storage environment (5S principles)
- Identify and escalate safety hazards or equipment issues
- Support scheduled cleaning and sanitation activities
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum 2 years of experience in cold storage, food production, or perishable inventory operations
- Working knowledge of First-In-First-Out/First-Expired-First-Out (FIFO/FEFO) inventory practices
- Experience working in refrigerated (32F-40F) and/or frozen environments
- Basic computer skills (inventory systems, spreadsheets, or logs)
Preferred
- Prior lead or senior associate experience
- Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety requirements
- Experience in airline catering, food manufacturing, or regulated food environments
Physical & Environmental Requirements
- Ability to work extended periods in cold and frozen environments
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs
- Standing, walking, bending, and reaching for extended periods
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, or early/late shifts
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Inventory accuracy
- FIFO/FEFO compliance
- Temperature compliance rate
- Audit findings and corrective actions
- Order staging accuracy and timeliness
- Safety and sanitation compliance
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Flying Food Group
$24.00
Mar 03, 2026