What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Management and Compliance Internship position at Valleyfair?
Overview
Valleyfair is seeking an Inventory Management Intern to join our Food and Beverage management team. This role provides hands-on experience in inventory management, quality assurance, process compliance, and data analytics.
This internship is ideal for students interested in the analytical and strategic aspects of inventory management. As an intern, you will collaborate with top executives to brainstorm innovative solutions and tackle real-world challenges.
You will earn college credit while working at Valleyfair, with personalized support to meet your academic goals. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to forge life-long friendships and create unforgettable memories along the way.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor, order, stock, and manage Food and Beverage inventory.
- Develop and implement inventory strategies with the management team.
- Support inventory processes, including adjustments, transfers, and purchase orders.
- Maintain and audit inventory records weekly.
- Troubleshoot inventory issues and ensure compliance.
- Minimize product expiration with FIFO rotation and best practices.
- Audit locations for kitchen safety and efficiency compliance.
- Coach and train location leadership on inventory practices.
- Engage with the inventory system (FoodTrak) for control and techniques.
- Improve quality assurance processes for revenue and cost efficiency.
- Maintain a training program for inventory management best practices.
- Conduct weekly tasks:
Sunday: Inventory
Monday: COGS
Tuesday: COGS/Update forms, leadership meetings
Wednesday/Thursday: OFF
Friday: Park audits
Saturday: Manage schedules, address issues, prep buildings
Qualifications:
- Applicants must be at least 18 years of age or older.
- Working towards or hold a bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be organized and detail-oriented to manage inventory processes efficiently.
- Be proficient in inventory management systems, such as FoodTrak.
- Have strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot inventory issues.
- Be knowledgeable in kitchen safety and efficiency practices.
- Have the ability to coach and train location leadership on inventory practices.
- Be adaptable to changing inventory needs and processes.
- Have experience in quality assurance and cost efficiency analysis.
- Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
