Warehouse Runner

Job Title: Warehouse Runner
Department: Sanza Food Service
Reports To: Warehouse Manager
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Employment Type: Part-Time
Location: Amerant Bank Arena

Job Summary:
The Warehouse Runner plays a critical role in supporting the operational readiness of all food and beverage outlets at Amerant Bank Arena. This position is responsible for the receipt, inspection, and proper storage of all incoming product shipments, as well as the timely fulfillment and delivery of stock requisitions to concession stands prior to and throughout each event. The Warehouse Runner is further responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and safety of all warehouse and storage areas in compliance with applicable food safety regulations and company standards.

Job Functions:
Specific duties included but are not limited to:

• Receive, inspect, and accurately process all incoming product shipments; unpack and store items in appropriate designated areas (dry storage, walk-in coolers, freezers)

• Verify incoming deliveries against purchase orders and immediately report discrepancies, shortages, or damaged goods to the Warehouse Manager

• Rotate all stock in accordance with FIFO (first-in, first-out) principles to maintain product freshness and minimize waste

• Accurately fulfill product requisitions and deliver stock — including beer kegs and beverage product — to concession stands and portable outlets

• Ensure all product is delivered in a timely manner to support uninterrupted concession operations throughout events

• Adhere to all established safety protocols when transporting and moving stock, including proper use of hand trucks, dollies, and material handling equipment

• Perform routine warehouse and equipment maintenance tasks, including cleaning and replenishing fryer oil and cleaning hood air vents

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas through regular sweeping, mopping, trash disposal, and cardboard recycling

• Comply with all company safety policies and applicable Health Department food safety and sanitation regulations at all times

• All other duties as assigned by the Warehouse Manager

Qualifications:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age

• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a consistent standard of quality

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors across departments

• Demonstrated ability to operate safely and effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

• Proficient in the safe operation of material handling equipment in accordance with established safety procedures

• Must possess a positive, team-oriented attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn and develop professionally

• Reliable, punctual, and accountable in consistently meeting the demands of an event-driven schedule

• Must be able to perform physical requirements of the position, including standing/walking for extended periods, bending, stooping, reaching, navigating stairs, and safely lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items up to 50 lbs (product cases, beer kegs, supply crates)

• Must be able to work in variable environments, including exposure to fluctuating temperatures (walk-in coolers/freezers), high noise levels, heavy crowd traffic, and fast-paced back-of-house areas

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This position is a non-exempt, event-based position. Must be able to work flexible hours including frequent evening, late-night, weekend, and holiday shifts, as well as extended hours on event days (pre-event setup through post-event breakdown) based on the Amerant Bank Arena event calendar. On-call availability may be required for last-minute scheduling needs.