Kitchen Store Person

At the Hermitage, Aoraki / Mount Cook, our guests stay with us because of the unique location, amazing views, excellent service, and the one-off experiences we provide.
Our team members choose to work with us because of the extraordinary career opportunity it is to work in the national park while delivering memorable guest experiences.
Our team sees every aspect of the hospitality industry, gaining a unique experience that develops their career and can be transferred when they are ready for the next exciting adventure.
The Hermitage Hotel is looking for a Stores Person to be based on-site and manage goods received for all departments of the hotel, particularly regarding food and beverage.
In this role, you will be picking and packing, using a forklift, undertaking stock management, performing stock checks, and assisting with stock/inventory.
You will work independently and as part of a team to receive regular goods deliveries effectively and ensure the smooth and safe operation of our stores, including perishables, dry goods, equipment, and waste management.
What you will be doing

Receive and unpack incoming goods.
Pick and pack products for outgoing transfers to all internal departments.
Pick and pack raw ingredients for food & beverage production.
Keep track of stock and assist with stock-takes.
Unload containers of new products arriving.
Check the quality and quantity of goods arriving.
Use a forklift to move stock around the stores and extended property.
Manage recycling and waste materials.
Assist the kitchen and food & beverage teams with additional support as required.
What you will bring to the role

An eye for detail, spatial awareness, and good with numbers.
Understanding of FIFO and HACCP procedures related to perishable products, working in line with food control plans, Simply Safe and Suitable.
Ability to work independently, make effective decisions, or escalate as needed.
Prioritize workload to meet truck arrivals and outgoing orders.
Ideally hold a forklift license and have previous stores experience.
Knowledge of Health & Safety and manual handling practices.
Experience using PPE and manual handling techniques.
The benefits

Full-time, permanent position, minimum 60 hours per fortnight.
Hourly rate $27.00 - $30.00.
Free access to all activities offered by the Hermitage Hotel, along with generous discounts on food and beverage, available from your first day.
Discounted hotel accommodation for friends and family.
Live in Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park, with stunning surroundings and unparalleled views – a short and remarkable commute to work.
Opportunities to grow, develop, and upskill, including working in other departments to broaden your experience.
Accommodation at reasonable rent, including power and Wi-Fi.
At the Hermitage, Aoraki / Mount Cook Alpine Village, we offer more than just a place to work – we offer a career lifestyle experience.
If you love the outdoors, stunning mountains, being connected to nature, and experiencing changing seasons that include crisp snow and blue skies, then this role could be a perfect match.
We would love to hear from you.
We are excited that you have read this far and are interested in working with us.
However, please remember we are in a National Park with no shops, fast food outlets, or public transport.
If you can't live without these amenities, this role may not be suitable for you.
Before applying, learn more about the location, climate, accommodation, working with us, and explore the village via the Google Earth link.
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