Job description
Job title : Storekeeper
Job Location : Lagos Deadline : October 08, 2026 Quick Recommended Links
Department: Store/Inventory Operations
Reports To: Kitchen Manager / Operations Manager
Duties and Responsibilities
- Receive, inspect, and record all incoming food items, ingredients, packaging materials, and supplies.
- Organize and arrange stock properly in the store for easy identification and access.
- Maintain accurate records of stock received, issued, and remaining.
- Issue ingredients and supplies to the kitchen based on approved requests.
- Monitor stock levels and notify management when items are running low.
- Conduct regular stock counts and assist with stock-taking and inventory checks.
- Monitor expiry dates and ensure the FIFO (First In, First Out) system is properly followed.
- Ensure proper storage of food items and supplies to prevent spoilage, damage, or contamination.
- Keep the store clean, organised, and hygienic at all times.
- Report damaged, expired, missing, or low-stock items to the appropriate supervisor.
- Assist with receiving and verifying supplies against invoices or delivery notes.
- Maintain proper documentation of all stock movements.
- Help prevent wastage, loss, and unauthorized removal of company stock.
- Carry out other duties assigned by the Kitchen Manager or Operations Manager.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Storekeeper, Inventory Assistant, or in a similar role is an advantage.
- Good record-keeping and organisational skills.
- Ability to count accurately and maintain proper stock records.
- Good attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Good personal hygiene and awareness of food storage and safety standards.
- Honest, reliable, responsible, and hardworking.
- Team player with a positive attitude.
- Ability to follow instructions effectively.