Purchasing Clerk | Catch 31

## Description
**F&B Purchasing Agent – Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront**
**🕒 Position Overview**

• **Job Title: F&B Purchasing Agent**
• **Location: Food and Beverage Department Hilton**
• **Schedule: Seasonal (must include weekends and holidays)**
• **Variable schedule**
• **Work Environment: Oceanfront hotel right on the boardwalk**

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**📝** **Summary:**

The **Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront** is looking for a detail-oriented **Food & Beverage Purchasing Agent** to support our restaurant, rooftop bar, and banquet operations. This key role ensures the timely procurement of quality food, beverage, and supply items while controlling costs and maintaining inventory accuracy.

**Job Functions:**

• Assist Purchasing Manager to Order, receive, and track all F&B products for outlets and banquets, following hotel procurement procedures
• Maintain par levels for all food, alcohol, and non-food items (to-go containers, napkins, chemicals, etc.)
• Conduct routine inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies with Accounting and F&B leadership
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Managers to forecast needs and adjust orders based on business levels
• Inspect incoming deliveries for accuracy, quality, and freshness; report any issues to vendors or department heads
• Maintain clean, organized, and labeled storage areas using FIFO and food safety standards
• Coordinate keg and bottle returns, recycling pickups, and vendor credits
• Ensure compliance with Hilton and Shamin Hotels standards and health code requirements

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• **We Live by Our “TOP” Values:**
• **T – TEAM UP:** Collaborate, support others, and stay golden
• **O – OWN IT:** Take pride, stay accountable, and never stop learning
• **P – PASSIONATELY SERVE:** Be positive, show you care, and create memorable experiences
• We’re looking for team players who embody these values every day.
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• **Qualifications**

• 1–2 years of experience in purchasing, receiving, or inventory control in a foodservice or hospitality setting
• Familiarity with ordering platforms such as Adecco, Sysco, US Foods, or similar
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in walk-ins or storage areas as needed
• Attention to detail, strong math skills, and basic Excel or inventory software knowledge required
• Flexible schedule availability, including early mornings for delivery intake
• Valid US Driver’s license with clean record
• Computer Skill – Multiple platform usage

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**Why Work with Us?**

💰 **Competitive Pay**

🏨 **Go Hilton Travel Discounts** for team members & eligible family

🎟️ **Shamin Perks** – Save on gym memberships, movie tickets, amusement parks, rental cars, and more

💸 **$200 Referral Bonus** after your referral completes 30 days

🌊 **Work with an oceanfront view** in a fun, fast-paced restaurant

Note: This may be a **seasonal or part-time position**. Full-time benefits such as health insurance, PTO, and 401K do **not apply** unless otherwise specified.

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**About Shamin Hotels:**

Shamin Hotels is the **largest hotel owner and operator in Virginia**, with 70+ hotels across multiple states. Founded in 1978, our growth is powered by passionate service and a commitment to teamwork, ownership, and opportunity. Learn more at

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**Shamin Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer.** We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.