Storekeeper (Storekeeper)

Job Summary

Under general supervision of unit Executive and Sous Chefs, provide support to the receiving and ordering needs of the unit. Utilizing pars set forth by supervisor, contribute to the process of determining if additional product is needed to maintain adequate in- stocks. If necessary, retrieve product from remote location. Interact with vendors and delivery drivers to supply the unit’s needs. Receive and review incoming shipments and confirm quality and safety of product entering the facility, as well as accurate product delivery and invoicing. Communicate any discrepancies, credits, returns or any other invoice adjustments that may be needed to supervisor and financial assistant. Properly store food in the various storage areas; using proper safety standards including, but not limited to first in first out procedures, proper product designation. Stock sales floor shelves, storage and coolers/freezers with products, ingredients and supplies, following first in first out standards. Storefront products to display products in an attractive fashion. Maintain the flow of food product on an ongoing rotation for upcoming production needs and monitor and communicate code dates. Assist in any assigned culinary production and service staff by preparing ingredients and products. Support food preparation in Participate in completion of unit inventory process as assigned. Operate unit assigned vehicles as needed to pick up/deliver goods on or off campus, following all Campus, Department and State guidelines for safety and traffic laws. Maintain work and storage areas clean and organized to promote efficiency and safety. Provide training and support to staff. Complete all mandated logs mandated to ensure proper temperatures and PPM levels are being maintained. Keep preparation, storage and service areas clean/debris free; proactively identify and correct hazards. Use chemicals per SDS. Adapt to changes or unusual circumstances in a way that promotes cooperation and minimizes disruption of the working environment. Interact with internal and external customers by demonstrating professionalism, enthusiasm, integrity and a welcoming attitude including greeting customers, interacting in a pleasant manner, anticipating customer needs and displaying a positive demeanor. Create a customer service center environment by encouraging collaboration and problem solving with co-workers.

Apply By Date October 28, 2025 at 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications – For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• High school diploma and / or equivalent certification / experience / training
• Experience receiving and inspecting food product in a commercial and/or dining environment.
• Experience with customer service to cooperate with public and other staff members and convey a helpful, positive attitude. Interpersonal skills to work effectively with and provide excellent customer service to a diverse campus community; communication skills to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Skills to communicate in English, both orally and in written form to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and interact effectively with co-workers, supervisors and guests.
• Experience working under strict deadlines and production/delivery timelines.
• Experience maintaining a sanitary, safe, organized personal work area and using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment [PPE].
• Experience checking food temperatures throughout all food safety steps including food preparation, meal service, and storage; complete logs, date, and label and store all foods.
• Skill to understand and accurately apply math skills to verify delivery and vendor accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma and / or equivalent certification / experience / training
• Experience guiding a wide range of tasks to student assistants and kitchen support staff.
• Problem solving skills to troubleshoot problems as they arise, find alternate solutions, and implement solutions in a professional and efficient manner.
• Ability to drive between campus operations or to vendors to pick up product as needed.
• Knowledge of proper procedures for lifting, handling broken glass and skill to use wet floor signs when mopping floors or cleaning up spills. Skill to verify proper concentration of sanitized solution using test strips.

Key Responsibilities

• 60% – Receiving, Storage, and Stocking
• 20% – Safety & Sanitation
• 10% – Customer Services and Professional Communication
• 10% – Re-assignment & Project Support

Department Overview

Student Housing and Dining Services (SHDS) is a self-supporting auxiliary that provides housing and dining services to approximately 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and students with families who live in on-campus residential facilities (university owned/managed and Public-Private-Partnerships), as well as providing residential, retail and catering dining services for the campus community. SHDS also provides student support and conference housing services to the campus and general community. For more information about SHDS visit our website at http://www.housing.ucdavis.edu.

Position supports customer service focused functions within retail dining settings with UC Davis Student Housing and Dining Services.

The Dining Services unit is comprised of residential dining (4 dining commons serving a combined average of 5,900 meals per day), retail operations (over 15 outlets), a campus catering operation serving special events across campus, an onsite campus commissary and a culinary program.

Student Housing and Dining Services has adopted the following Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statement:

Student Housing and Dining Services, is committed to serving the needs of students, staff, faculty and guests from various backgrounds and identities. In full support of our institutional commitment to embrace diversity and practice inclusive excellence, we expect every member of our community to acknowledge, value, and uphold the guidelines set forth in the Principles of Community. As a community of scholars and life-long learners, we commit ourselves to learning together about our differences and commonalities while growing in all areas of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $22.17/hr. – $29.26/hr. – This position is subject to a department budgeted salary of: Step 4 – $23.55/hr.
• Salary Frequency: Bi-Weekly
• UC Job Title: STOREKEEPER
• UC Job Code: 005064
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% – Fixed
• Shift (Work Schedule): Manager will advise
• Location: Davis, CA.
• Union Representation: SX-Service Workers
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit’s employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html
* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family’s needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

• Standing – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Twisting – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion – Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Loud noise levels – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures – Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Work flexible/variable schedule (sometimes in excess of scheduled shift) including occasional overtime, evenings/nights, weekends and holidays, occasionally on short notice to meet operational needs. Vacation may be limited during peak operational times. During non-Academic-Year periods, Support UC Davis Student Housing and Dining Services, as well as the wider Campus community, by accepting temporary reassignment when SHDS Dining facilities operate at reduced capacity. Reassignment duties to include maintenance and upkeep of Department and Campus outdoor spaces and landscape, residential hard surface and carpet floor care, cleaning and sanitation of residential and restroom locations, and maintenance, transportation, and storage of Department equipment and furniture. Use Personal Protective Equipment [PPE] such as hot mitts, safety shoes, goggles and cut resistant gloves. Work in areas where there is frequent contact with residents and guests and that can be hot, cold, dusty, wet and/or smelly.

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain – we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don’t meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks

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Job ID: 81873