Store Keeper

Responsibilities:

• Receive and inspect incoming goods, supplies, materials and equipment delivered to the hotel.
• Verify quantities, quality and specifications of received items against purchase orders, invoices and delivery documents.
• Record all goods received accurately in stock registers or inventory management systems.
• Properly arrange and store items according to their type, usage, storage requirements and expiry dates.
• Issue supplies and materials to authorised departments based on approved requisitions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all stock received, issued, returned, damaged or disposed of.
• Monitor stock levels and notify management or the procurement team when items require replenishment.
• Conduct regular physical stock counts and reconcile physical inventory with recorded stock levels.
• Monitor expiry dates and ensure proper stock rotation, particularly for food, beverages and other perishable items.
• Ensure the store is clean, organised, secure and properly maintained at all times.
• Implement appropriate measures to prevent theft, loss, damage, spoilage and unnecessary wastage.
• Report damaged, expired, missing or slow-moving stock to management.
• Maintain proper documentation for all goods received and issued.
• Liaise with the procurement, purchasing, kitchen, housekeeping and other departments regarding stock requirements.
• Assist in preparing periodic inventory and stock reports for management.
• Support internal and external stock audits and assist with resolving inventory discrepancies.
• Ensure inventory is stored and handled in accordance with health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Restrict access to the store to authorised personnel.
• Monitor the condition of storage facilities and report maintenance or security concerns promptly.
• Perform other inventory and store-related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• OND degree in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing and Supply, Business Administration, Accounting or a related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in storekeeping, inventory management, warehouse operations or a similar role.
• Previous experience in a hotel, restaurant, hospitality, retail or related environment is an advantage.
• Good understanding of inventory management and stock-control procedures.
• Strong numerical, record-keeping and documentation skills.
• Good knowledge of stock rotation and management of perishable items.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or inventory management systems is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and identify discrepancies.
• High level of honesty, integrity and accountability.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with suppliers and different departments.

Core Skills:

• Inventory management and stock control.
• Receiving, inspecting, and recording incoming supplies.
• Proper storage, labelling, and organisation of stock.
• Stock counting and reconciliation.
• Monitoring stock levels and identifying reorder requirements.
• Maintaining accurate inventory records and documentation.
• Issuing supplies to authorised departments.
• Loss prevention, waste reduction, and stock accountability.
• Basic knowledge of procurement and supplier coordination.
• Attention to detail, organisation, and record-keeping.
• Ability to use inventory management systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong integrity and ability to handle company assets responsibly.