Inventory Coordinator | Chick-fil-A Rincon
Reports Directly To: Financial Director, Operations Director
Job Purpose:
The Inventory Coordinator at Chick-fil-A Rincon is responsible for managing and maintaining all inventory needs, ensuring that the restaurant always has the right amount of stock. This includes ordering inventory through Chick-fil-A Supply, receiving shipments, organizing stock, and performing regular inventory counts. The role also involves maintaining product quality, ensuring inventory is fresh, and optimizing storage to improve efficiency. The Inventory Coordinator will work closely with the Financial Director and Operations Director to implement new procedures and ensure that inventory is placed in the most effective storage locations.
Key Responsibilities:

• Order Inventory:
• Order all necessary inventory (Chick-fil-A Supply, Bread, Produce, Linens, etc.) to ensure that stock levels align with restaurant needs and sales forecasts.
• Work with the Financial Director to anticipate inventory requirements based on business trends, promotions, and guest demands.
• Inventory Organization:
• Receive and put away deliveries of inventory, ensuring items are organized, labeled, and stored properly in the designated storage areas.
• Optimize the layout of the inventory area to ensure easy access and efficient use of space, making sure items are placed in the most effective spots.
• Inventory Management:
• Continuously monitor inventory levels to maintain the right balance-avoiding overstocking or running out of key products.
• Rotate stock according to FIFO (First In, First Out) principles.
• Ensure that necessary items are reordered in a timely manner to avoid stockouts and operational disruptions.
• Quality Control:
• Regularly inspect products for quality, freshness, and safety, particularly food items that require careful storage and handling.
• Report any expired, damaged, or compromised products to the Financial Director and take appropriate action to discard or replace them.
• Inventory Audits:
• Conduct periodic and accurate inventory counts to reconcile physical stock with digital records, identifying discrepancies and resolving any issues.
• Perform Piece Validation on chicken products to check the quality and weight of each item, ensuring it meets the restaurant's standards for freshness and portion size. This includes verifying that each chicken piece aligns with established weight and quality specifications.
• Provide detailed inventory reports to the Operations Director, highlighting stock trends, concerns, and opportunities for improvement.

Expectations:

• Process Improvement:
• Implement and evaluate new inventory management procedures to improve overall efficiency.
• Work with the Operations Director to refine and streamline processes related to ordering, storing, and managing inventory.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Work closely with the Operations Director and other team members to ensure inventory needs are met and communicated effectively.
• Assist with inventory-related questions from the team and provide support during peak times or when restocking is needed.
• Adaptability:
• As part of our dynamic team, you may be asked to take on additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to support the overall operations of the business. The primary focus will always be on ensuring smooth and efficient operations, so flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing priorities are essential. These responsibilities may evolve based on business needs and could include cross-functional collaboration, troubleshooting, and other operational support activities.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in inventory management, warehouse, or supply chain roles, foodservice or restaurant experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills to work effectively with team members and management.
• Proficiency in using inventory management systems
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend, reach, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to use, climb, and stand on a ladder while performing tasks.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of quality, cleanliness, and safety.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing inventory demands based on the restaurant's operational needs.
• Willingness to work Monday-Saturday
• Meet all standard Team Member qualifications.