Storekeeper

A reputable Hospitality organization is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Storekeeper

Location: Lekki, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We are seeking an organized and reliable Storekeeper to manage the hotel's inventory, oversee the receipt and distribution of supplies, and maintain accurate stock records. The ideal candidate will maintain accurate stock records, monitor inventory levels, prevent losses and wastage, and ensure that hotel departments have the supplies required for their daily operations. The ideal candidate must demonstrate integrity, strong recordkeeping skills, and the ability to maintain an orderly and well-controlled storeroom.

Key Responsibilities

Stock Management: Receive, inspect, and record goods delivered to the hotel, verifying quantities and conditions against delivery documents. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of stock received, issued, returned, and available. Issue supplies to authorized departments and personnel based on approved requisitions. Monitor stock levels and notify Line Manager when items require replenishment. Identify and report discrepancies between delivered goods and accompanying documentation. Ensure all stock transactions are properly documented and authorized. Inventory Management: Conduct regular physical stock counts and reconcile findings with inventory records. Monitor expiry dates and implement appropriate stock rotation procedures, particularly for food, beverages, and other perishable items. Identify and report damaged, expired, missing, or obsolete stock to Line Manager. Monitor stock consumption and flag unusual usage, wastage, or potential losses. Support periodic inventory audits and investigations into stock variances. Storage and Organization: Ensure supplies are properly labelled, arranged, and stored in designated locations. Maintain a clean, orderly, and secure storeroom in line with the hotel's hygiene and safety standards. Ensure food items, beverages, cleaning materials, and other supplies are stored under appropriate conditions. Restrict storeroom access to authorized personnel and safeguard inventory against theft, damage, and misuse. Apply appropriate stock rotation procedures to minimize expiry and wastage. Reporting and Documentation: Prepare regular stock reports detailing quantities received, issued, available, and items requiring replenishment. Maintain accurate inventory records, stock cards, goods received notes, requisition forms, and issue vouchers. Submit stock reports and inventory updates to Line Manager as required. Promptly report stock discrepancies, losses, damaged goods, and other inventory-related concerns to Line Manager. Ensure inventory records are properly maintained and readily available for management review. Coordination and Compliance: Coordinate with housekeeping, food and beverage, maintenance, and other hotel departments to ensure the timely issuance of supplies. Provide Line Manager with accurate stock information to support procurement planning and replenishment. Ensure goods are issued only upon appropriate authorization. Follow the hotel's inventory management procedures, hygiene standards, and safety policies. Carry out assigned stock-related duties in line with Line Manager’s instructions. Handle all inventory transactions with honesty, accuracy, and accountability.