THE OPPORTUNITY:
SHIPPER / RECEIVER
REPORTS TO DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
THE COMPANY:
Passion Drives Performance. InnVest succeeds because our people love what we do. Our entire team shares a deep-rooted passion for the world of hospitality & travel that extends far beyond the walls of our offices and locations.
Our company culture is built on collaboration. A nimble team where everyone has a voice at the table and an opportunity to pursue their passions. Our skillsets are as diverse as our portfolio, but we all have a singular focus: a belief that partnerships deliver the best results, an entrepreneurial approach to decision making, respect for others, a strong sense of integrity and a curiosity to challenge the status quo.
With over 75 hotels in our portfolio, representing 18 internationally recognized hotel brands, InnVest is the largest independent owner of hotels in Canada. In addition, our management team oversees the day-to-day activities of almost 70 hotels also making InnVest the largest independent operator of hotels in Canada. InnVest’s portfolio is geographically diverse with hotels from Vancouver, BC to Corner Brook, NL but also experientially diverse from roadside inns to luxury urban properties.
At InnVest, our mission is simple – to deliver outstanding guest experiences and superior returns on quality hospitality investment. A career at InnVest will provide you with unrivalled opportunities and invaluable exposure to Canada’s largest independently-owned and operated hotel portfolio.
THE HOTEL:
The Algonquin Resort St. Andrews by-the-Sea, Autograph Collection
Exactly Like Nothing Else
For over a century, The Algonquin Resort St. Andrews by-the-Sea, Autograph Collection has welcomed travelers to an exquisite stay in New Brunswick. Located in historic St. Andrews, voted as Canada's top destination by USA Today, the resort is unique in its offerings: an idyllic seaside town with locally authentic dining & shops, the region's warmest swimming at Katy's Cove beach and award-winning whale watching, all at our doorstep. Featuring 233 luxury Guestrooms, five dining outlets, an award-winning 18-hole golf course, full conference center and spa, The Algonquin is the centerpiece of Maritime hospitality.
Under the stewardship of InnVest, Canada's largest owner & operator of hotels, significant investments are currently underway including a thoughtful reimagining of all Guestrooms, restaurants & public spaces as well as the construction of a new Nordic Spa, supporting our year-round offerings. Since 1889, The Algonquin has led the way for Canadian resort innovation - join us as we embark on our second century of authentic Maritimes hospitality.
Be where you can do your best work, Begin your purpose, Belong to an amazing global team, and Become the best version of you.
THE ROLE:
The Shipper/Receiver is primarily responsible for managing all aspects of the storeroom operation, verifying, inspecting, and maintaining records of incoming and outgoing shipments, taking monthly inventories, ensuring that stocks are cataloged and maintained at appropriate levels, and ensuring that operations are carried out in an orderly, efficient, and safe manner.
ACTIVITIES:
The duties and responsibilities for the Shipper/Receiver include, but are not limited to the following:
- Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
- Creating and ensuring par stocks are maintained for all Food and Beverage outlets, month end inventory, updating and maintaining inventory through ACCUBAR, ordering of all items with NB Liquor.
- Manage liquor inventory as it applies to month end responsibilities in food and beverage stores as well as for dry goods. Maintain costing and weekly pricing updates to ensure accuracy.
- Receive operational supplies etc.; verify quantity, price, discount, extension, total and stock to set pars.
- Responsible for matching shipping documents with Purchase Orders and delivering to accounting daily.
- Receive food, verify quantity, extension, total and notify Chef on duty of any shortages.
- Rotate stock of all food items on a first in, first out basis.
- Refuse damaged goods or goods sent without a purchase order.
- Oversee courier services-shipping and receiving of all packages for our guests and tracking the safety, storage and delivery.
- Prepare and deliver requisitions for offsite outlets.
- Responsible for the recycling for the hotel, schedule pick up of bottles and paper.
- Evaluation of month end inventory of food and beverage with kitchen and food and beverage department.
- Have a proactive eye for detail, organization and cleanliness of the lower level of the Hotel including the loading dock.
- Ensures a clean and safe working environment with continual emphasis on reducing hazards and accidents, as well as food safe handling procedures.
- Result oriented, positive, service driven with a sense of urgency and ability to prioritize.
- Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Hotel standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and nametag when working.
- Comply at all times with Hotel standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
- Attend appropriate meetings.
- Attend Mandatory staff meeting, failure to do so with result in “No show” documentation.
- On a need bases: sweep, mop, wash down tables and general cleaning to ensure a clean and sanitary workplace.
- Other duties as required.
COMPETENCIES WE ARE SEEKING:
- Must have at least 1-2 years of store and receiving experience in a hotel or related field.
- Must be able to work in high paced, stressful environment and maintain professional attitude.
- Must have valid driver’s license.
- Food Safety & Food Handling Certification.
- Strong knowledge of F&B products a definite asset.
- Computer, adding machine, pallet jack, flat bed, hand truck, back brace, telephone, photocopy machine, fax machine, other office equipment.
- Long hours sometimes required.
- Very heavy work – Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently and/or in excess 20 of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
- Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
- Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
- Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
- Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary.
- Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by co-workers and guests.
- Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions.
InnVest Hotels is an inclusive employer. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We appreciate all applications, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
