Storekeeper I

Position Title:

Storekeeper I

Job Group:

Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions. • Possession of appropriate drivers license as required.

Job Description:

Keep the kitchen running smoothly from receiving to service! As a Storekeeper I, you’ll receive and inspect food and supplies, verify temperatures and documentation, and ensure products are properly stored, dated, and rotated using FIFO practices. You’ll maintain inventory and quality assurance records, assist with food prep and product movement, and help keep kitchen, storage, dish room, and equipment areas clean, safe, and organized.

We’re looking for a dependable, detail-oriented team member who takes pride in food safety, sanitation, organization, and customer service. The ideal candidate works well in a fast-paced environment, communicates effectively, follows established procedures, and can provide direction and training to student employees. Experience in food service, receiving, inventory, sanitation, or kitchen operations is a plus.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Checks incoming orders against items listed on requisitions, invoices, or other proper forms for correct counts.

• Counts, grades, weighs, meters, and sorts incoming items and supplies.

• Marks with identifying codes, sorts, and stores supplies in proper location according to prescribed methods for convenient removal.

• Takes items from stock to fill requisition and issues equipment and supplies to students, faculty, or staff as requested with proper authority.

• Initiates orders and supplies as needed; delivers and picks up supplies and materials to location as required.

• Assembles or mixes materials, solutions, and equipment stored, in accordance with specific instructions.

• Maintains records on issuances, periodically takes physical count of stock on hand, and prepares reports as necessary.

• Drives, loads, and unloads a delivery truck periodically.

• Operates equipment such as dollies, carts, etc., in handling and transporting supplies and equipment.

• Maintains stockroom in clean and orderly manner.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a food service, kitchen, warehouse, storeroom, or receiving environment.
• Experience receiving, inspecting, storing, and rotating food, supplies, or other products.
• Experience maintaining inventory, completing records, or monitoring product temperatures.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and quality assurance practices, including FIFO inventory methods.
• Experience providing direction, training, or oversight to student employees or other staff.

Learn more about Iowa State University Dining:
https://www.dining.iastate.edu

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

09 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

0004a

Original Posting Date:

August 17, 2026

Posting Close Date:

October 8, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R19785

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected].

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.