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City of Portland - Nutritional Services Storekeeper

Position Number: 6929762
Location: Portland, ME
Position Type: Health - Nutrition & Dietetics

City of Portland - Nutritional Services Storekeeper

Barron Center, Nutrition Services

About the Barron Center:

The City of Portland operates the Barron Center to provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to individuals in need. The Barron Center is a mission driven facility with over 200 years of history in our community. At the Barron Center, our philosophy of care represents more than a viewpoint; it's a commitment. Every member of our team is dedicated to giving our residents and families care that is supported by the highest order of compassion, integrity, accountability, and respect.

Job Summary:

This is routine manual and clerical work in the inventory, delivery, and stocking of food and other miscellaneous items. The Nutritional Services Storekeeper is responsible for accuracy and promptness in replenishing snacks and beverages on the units and will work with the Director of Nutrition to keep inventory of items brought to the units and to monitor usage.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Ensure that each unit is stocked with snacks and beverages for the residents.
Responsible for preparing and stocking comfort carts for residents' families.
Responsible for filling and maintaining snack levels in the vending machines in the cafeteria.
Reports to supervisor receipt of supplies that are damaged or do not meet specifications as well as any shortages of original order.
Unpacks and stores all supplies and equipment efficiently and accurately.
Fills and delivers food products to unit kitchens.
May assist with cleaning and organizing food supply areas in accordance with Federal and State and City Health codes.
Informs supervisor of oversupply or undersupply of items, and helps prepare a list of items that need to be purchased.
May perform duties of a Support Team Worker as directed, and other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Experience:

Must possess a valid Maine driver's license.
High school graduate or equivalent with previous storekeeper experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the following knowledges, abilities, and skills.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Ability to follow oral and written directions.
Ability to make simple mathematical calculations, and basic computer skills.
Ability to interpret specifications on purchase orders and invoices.
Ability to push or lift heavy loads using correct ergonomic guidelines.
Ability to work in different temperature zones; i.e. heat and extreme cold.
Ability to drive cargo trucks to deliver items to other buildings on and off campus.

Expected Hours/Schedule:

This is a part time, 18.75 hour per week position

Applications accepted until filled.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:

This is a union position, CEBA (Grade 5), with a pay range starting at $19.53/hour.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment.
City benefits may include:

Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
Thirteen paid holidays
Sick, vacation, and personal leave
Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
Retirement plan
Use of City recreation facilities
Fitness Reimbursement
Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 207-874-8624.

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.

To apply, visit https://selfservice.portlandmaine.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=320&sreq=4&form=1000&desc=NUTRITIONAL%20SERVICES%20STOREKEEPER