Paramount Events - Utility Receiver in Chicago, Illinois at Paramount Events

The Paramount Events Utility, Receiver is responsible for supporting daily culinary operations by receiving and verifying deliveries, maintaining clean and organized storage and work areas, and assisting with general utility duties. This position ensures orders are received accurately, discrepancies or damaged products are promptly reported, and food safety and sanitation standards are consistently maintained. The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, able to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a consistent work pace, and effectively use one’s time
• Receive orders, cross check order sheets, and ensure accuracy on invoices
• Report any missing, damaged and/or spoiled items to management
• Sweep and mop floors, coolers, and storage areas as needed
• Take out garbage, recycling, compost and fryer oils to appropriate disposal areas; as needed
• Note when cleaning products are needed, and sharing Culinary Management
• Follow schedule, alert supervisor when there is a conflict
• Uphold sanitation and food safety standards, maintaining clean and tidy work areas
• Ensure all opening/closing duties are being met correctly and consistently
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is being handled properly when in use and stored properly when not in use, note when equipment/items are not functioning

• Food Handler's certification
• Basic product identification knowledge, ability to recognize errors and amend swiftly
• Basic ware washing knowledge, ability to wash pots, pans, dinnerware
• Basic cleaning knowledge, ability to sweep, mop, deep clean equipment
• Ability to speak, read, and write in conversational English
• Effectively prioritize tasks while demonstrating good time management
• Work well both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time and lift at least 50 pounds
• Flexible schedule, weekends required

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(K) after 1 year of employment
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Daily lunch provided
• Free parking
• Snack and beverage bar