Warehouse Assistant – Restaurant Equipment Company
9 hours ago
South End, Stamford
Position Summary We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Warehouse Assistant to support daily warehouse operations for a growing restaurant equipment company. The ideal candidate will assist with receiving, storing, picking, packing, loading, and delivering commercial kitchen equipment and supplies while maintaining a safe and organized work environment. This position requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to safely handle heavy equipment using forklifts and other warehouse equipment. Key Responsibilities • Receive, inspect, and unload incoming shipments., • Accurately pick, pack, and prepare customer orders for delivery or shipment., • Load and unload commercial restaurant equipment, supplies, and inventory., • Organize and maintain warehouse inventory and storage areas., • Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely., • Assist with inventory counts and stock replenishment., • Ensure products are properly labeled and stored., • Maintain warehouse cleanliness and safety standards., • Assist delivery teams with staging and preparing equipment for transport., • Report damaged products, inventory discrepancies, or safety concerns to management. Qualifications • Previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, logistics, or distribution experience preferred., • Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks., • Ability to operate company vehicles, including box trucks and delivery vehicles, in a safe and professional manner., • Basic computer skills., • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team., • Reliable attendance and punctuality. Physical Requirements • Must be able to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull 100+ pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation., • Ability to safely move heavy commercial restaurant equipment, including ovens, refrigerators, freezers, prep tables, and other kitchen equipment., • Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and climbing throughout the workday., • Ability to work in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures., • Must be capable of operating a forklift and other warehouse equipment safely., • Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks for extended periods. Compensation • Competitive hourly pay ##