Store Helper (Food Store) – Job Description
📌 Role Overview
A Store Helper in a food store assists in receiving, storing, organizing, and issuing food items. The role ensures proper stock handling, hygiene, and smooth daily store operations.
🎯 Key Responsibilities
- Receive and unload food deliveries from suppliers
- Check items for quality, quantity, and expiry dates
- Store goods properly (dry, refrigerated, or frozen storage)
- Arrange and organize stock using FIFO (First In, First Out) method
- Assist in issuing items to kitchen or departments as per request
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the store area
- Monitor stock levels and report shortages or damages
- Label and record incoming and outgoing items
- Follow food safety and storage standards
- Assist in stock counting and inventory checks
🧠 Skills & Competencies
- Basic knowledge of food storage and handling
- Attention to detail (expiry dates, labeling, quantities)
- Physical stamina (lifting and moving goods)
- Organization and time management skills
- Ability to follow instructions and procedures
- Teamwork and reliability
🎓 Qualifications
- Minimum: Basic education (high school preferred)
- Training in storekeeping or food safety is an advantage
- Knowledge of hygiene standards preferred
🧰 Experience
- 0–2 years of experience in stores, warehouses, or food storage
- Freshers can apply (training usually provided)
⚙️ Work Environment
- Hotels, restaurants, catering units, supermarkets, or warehouses
- Work may involve cold storage areas and lifting heavy items
- Shift-based duty, including weekends and holidays
📊 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy in stock handling and records
- Proper storage and minimal wastage
- Cleanliness and organization of the store
- Timely support to kitchen or operations
- Compliance with food safety standards
