Receiving Clerk

The primary responsibilities of a Receiving Clerk at Hotel Jerome include overseeing the receipt and coordination of hotel products such as food, beverages, and supplies. This role entails ensuring that all incoming goods meet our specifications and quality standards, generating daily receiving sheets, and maintaining accurate records of all products. Collaboration with various departments and positive vendor relationships are also critical to ensure smooth operations.

To qualify for the Receiving Clerk position at Hotel Jerome, candidates should have a high school diploma and experience working in a warehouse environment. Familiarity with computer spreadsheets and the Google Suite is also essential. A strong attention to detail and good communication skills are crucial for managing the responsibilities effectively.

At Hotel Jerome, the Receiving Clerk plays a vital role in quality control by meticulously checking all received products against hotel specifications. Any discrepancies are addressed immediately, ensuring that all products adhere to our high-quality standards. This oversight is integral to maintaining the exceptional service and experience that our guests expect.

While prior experience in a warehouse environment is preferred for the Receiving Clerk position at Hotel Jerome, candidates should possess relevant skills such as attention to detail, communication abilities, and knowledge of inventory management practices. If you are eager to learn and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply!

The Receiving Clerk position at Hotel Jerome comes with a competitive compensation package that includes paid time off, sick leave, health insurance plans (medical, dental, and vision), 401(k) plans with contributions, and employee discounts. Additional benefits can be found on our career page, ensuring that our employees are well taken care of.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of your past experiences with receiving deliveries and managing inventory. Discuss your familiarity with tracking products and any software you've used to maintain accurate records. Highlight how your attention to detail has helped you prevent errors in inventory.

In your response, emphasize the importance of addressing discrepancies quickly and effectively. Describe a situation where you had to handle a mismatch in orders, detailing the steps you took to resolve the issue, including communication with vendors and internal departments.

When answering this, talk about your systematic approach to quality control. Mention checking for freshness and damage, adhering to hotel specifications, and the importance of maintaining accurate records for accountability.

Discuss your ability to stay organized under pressure. Outline how you would assess incoming deliveries, prioritize based on urgency and storage needs, and communicate with team members to ensure efficient workflow.

Share a specific experience where you fostered a good relationship with a vendor, emphasizing communication, reliability, and how that relationship improved the receiving process or resolved issues swiftly.

In your answer, outline your knowledge of relevant safety and health standards. Discuss specific practices you implemented in your previous roles to ensure compliance and how you educate team members about best practices.

Mention any tools or software you have experience with, focusing on your comfort level with spreadsheets and other tracking systems. Highlight how these tools help streamline your work and improve accuracy.

Detail your proactive approach to addressing delivery issues. Discuss how you would communicate with the vendor to understand the cause and work towards a solution, all while keeping your team informed.

Talk about the methods that have worked for you in the past to keep inventory organized. This may include labeling systems, regular audits, and utilizing best practices for efficient space management.

When answering this question, express your enthusiasm for working in a historical hotel like Hotel Jerome and your passion for ensuring quality service. Connect your skills and experience back to the values and reputation of the hotel to reinforce your fit for the role.