Stock Worker
The selected candidate will be offered a salary between $37,652.00 - $42,547.00. It is important that you file for, take, and pass the exam for the civil service title listed below when it is next offered to avoid being "bumped" out of your position when the eligible list for this title is established. Permanent stock workers are encouraged to apply.
The Administration for Children's Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports. ACS manages community-based supports and foster care services and provides subsidized childcare vouchers. ACS child protection staff respond to allegations of child maltreatment. In juvenile justice, ACS oversees detention, placement, and programs for youth in the community.
The Food and Nutrition Services Unit is also responsible for distributing meal cards to youth at the NSCC congregate facility and maintaining operations of the vending machines throughout the agency. The unit oversees the execution of light refreshment and modest meal requests for staff and youth-centered events throughout the year and ensures the requests comply with New York City Comptroller's Directive 6.
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Cook and in collaboration with the Cook, the Stock Worker is responsible for receiving, storing, organizing, and distributing food and non-food items. This position requires knowledge of sanitary codes applicable to food storage, food handling, and cleaning. The Stock Worker ensures that products are adequately stocked and available for internal and external use. This position involves physical labor and requires attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work as a team. The responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Receive shipments and check for accuracy against packing lists or invoices
- Unload deliveries from trucks and move items to storage areas
- Stock shelves, bins, or displays with food and non-food items
- Organize inventory in the storage areas and stock room
- Rotate stock to ensure older items are used or sold first (FIFO)
- Maintain cleanliness and order in stock areas
- Assist with inventory counts and stock audits
- Label products with receiving dates
- Report missing, damaged, or expired products to supervisors
- Use equipment such as hand trucks, pallet jacks, or forklifts (if certified)
- Follow safety guidelines for lifting and material handling
Additional information: Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report.
To apply: Please go to www.cityjobs.nyc.gov or www.nyc.gov/ess for current NYC employees and search for Job ID # 725404. NO PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRIES PERMITTED. NOTE: ONLY CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED.