Storekeeper – Bakery & Prepared Food

Job Summary

• The Store Keeper is responsible for receiving, storing, and issuing bakery and prepared food items, ingredients, and packaging materials.
• The role ensures inventory accuracy, quality control, and compliance with food safety standards while maintaining proper storage and stock rotation to minimize spoilage and wastage.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming bakery and food-related items to ensure correct quantity and quality.
• Store raw materials, ingredients, and packaging items in an organized, hygienic, and safe manner.
• Implement FIFO (First-In-First-Out) to reduce spoilage and expired items.
• Maintain accurate stock records (bin cards, stock registers) for all items received, issued, or returned.
• Issue materials and packaging to bakery and kitchen staff based on approved requisitions.
• Monitor stock levels and raise alerts when items are running low or approaching expiry.
• Conduct regular stock counts (daily, weekly, and monthly) and reconcile with physical inventory.
• Ensure storage conditions (temperature, humidity, cleanliness) comply with food safety standards.
• Coordinate with the Procurement and Inventory team to support timely replenishment and avoid stockouts.
• Report stock discrepancies or damages promptly and follow up for resolution.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of OND in Store Management, Logistics, or related field is an added advantage.
• At least 1–2 years of relevant experience in storekeeping, preferably in a bakery, food production, or FMCG environment.
• Familiarity with inventory software and Microsoft Excel is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Knowledge of bakery or food-related raw materials.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Basic understanding of hygiene and food safety practices.

Working Conditions:

• Work is typically carried out in store rooms, cold rooms, and sometimes production areas.