Inventory Control Clerk

Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at  and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are.

In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved.

Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings.

This role follows a 1st shift schedule, working from 5:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with designated days off on Saturday and Sunday.

Inventory Clerks report to the Inventory Manager and are responsible for assisting with tasks related to warehouse organization, inventory counts, and inventory reports. 

Detailed Responsibilities

Organizing Warehouse

• Works with inventory control team and leadership to keep warehouse organized by ensuring locations are designated for product so it can go back to proper location after use.
• Ensures FEFO / FIFO practices are being followed and review warehouse for expired product on a regular basis by walking storage coolers and auditing pallet placement
• Makes sure that the red crates are not placed in storage locations except freezer in the production lanes, and designated WIP cage/cooler. 
• Organizes warehouse in conjunction with inventory control team under the direction of Inventory Manager for current and upcoming menu plans.
• Tracks all product movement once moved from receiving dock to assigned cooler until final disposition.
• Discards product that won't be used prior to expiration date, provide starting inventory for Procurement, and ensure all reworked product comes back taped with putback label showing all information for product applied to side of box for visibility 
• Monitors waste and reports what can be salvaged or returned for credit to the Inventory Manager
• Fills out waste tracking form as needed during inventory counts to ensure accurate reporting of adjustments
• Creates space to ensure stocking efficiency and preparation for upcoming menu items 

Completing Counts

• Assists with all inventory counts
• Reports product and quantity discrepancies based on expected receipts to Inventory Manager for further communication to warehouse manager and procurement teams 
• Communicates potential shorts to Inventory Manager and Procurement and warehouse teams 
• Confirm product and quantity  received; reporting any errors to warehouse manager and procurement teams 
• Convert product to standard case sizes as needed

Cross-Functional Responsibilities

• Follow the facility GMPs and help enforce them throughout the facility
• Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs
• Follow all safety guidelines and policies
• Wear all required personal protective equipment as directed
• Report any safety issues to leadership

This position requires 0% travel. 

Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or other characteristics needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• General high school degree, or equivalent, (e.g. GED)
• Ability to count large quantities of product in the form of individual items, cases, and pallets
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Average computer skills, especially in word and excel
• Ability to problem solve and balance priorities in a fast paced environment
• Forklift certified or ability to use pallet jack; willing to train
• Capable of operating and counting from elevated platform, e.g. stock picker, forklift aerial safety cage
• Must be available to respond to work related inquiries nights and weekends

Perks and benefits

• Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available
• Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time
• 401k program
• Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses

How We Work Together

We are humble team players.
We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input.

We are pragmatic next-level thinkers.
We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking.

We take ownership.
We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals.

Be at Home at Home Chef

We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace.

We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at

Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off.

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