About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever wondered what it’s like to be the linchpin keeping operations humming in a busy environment? As our Storekeeper, you’ll be the vital bridge between suppliers, kitchen staff, and sales—ensuring nothing falls through the cracks. If you’re energized by organized chaos and enjoy the daily rhythm of behind-the-scenes logistics, this role in Al Jahili, Al Ain, could be the perfect fit for you.
About Us
We’re a close-knit team with a steadfast belief that smooth, reliable storekeeping is what lets the rest of our business shine. Our location in Al Jahili, Al Ain isn’t just a pin on the map—it’s where our people come together, blending tradition with efficiency to keep both the kitchen and shop fully equipped. We take pride in working smart, looking out for each other, and celebrating small wins (you’ll find our impromptu team lunches are legendary).
What You’ll Be Doing
- Managing daily inventory checks and keeping records neatly updated—accuracy is your best friend here.
- Acting as the go-to person for coordinating with kitchen and shop teams, ensuring they always get the items they need, just when they need them.
- Receiving new stock deliveries, checking them for quality and quantity, and safely storing everything in its rightful place.
- Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the store so the team can work efficiently (after all, a tidy space is a happy space).
- Updating management on any missing, damaged, or low-stock items before they become a problem.
- Occasionally lending a hand during busy periods—whether it’s a big order day or rush hour, your teammates know they can count on you.
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- Good physical energy and the ability to be on your feet during shifts.
- Experience (even just some) as a storekeeper or in a similar inventory-based role.
- Familiarity with stocktaking, inventory software/systems, or basic spreadsheets.
- Dependability, attention to detail, and a genuine “get things done” attitude.
- Willingness to coordinate with both kitchen and shop staff in a friendly, professional way.
Nice-to-Haves:
- Prior experience working in a restaurant, café, or retail store environment.
- Conversational English or Arabic (both is a plus) for smooth team communication.
- A knack for spotting potential supply issues before they snowball.
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you. Sometimes the right attitude matters even more than a perfect résumé.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Company-sponsored visa—a stress-free path to working in Al Ain.
- Steady, reliable salary paid on time, every time.
- Supportive, hands-on team who believe that everyone’s role counts.
- Regular opportunities to learn, grow, and pick up new skills.
- Access to all necessary resources so you can do your job well (no scrambling for supplies here).
- A real sense of community—when we succeed, we celebrate together.
We believe in a workplace that values effort, practicality, and team spirit. If you’re looking for a role where your work directly supports everyone’s daily success—and you have a bit of fun along the way—you’ll feel right at home with us.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through your approach to daily inventory checks and how you ensure records are always accurate and up to date?
- Describe a time when you identified missing or damaged stock before it became an issue. What steps did you take to address it?
- How comfortable are you using inventory management software or spreadsheets? Can you share an example of when technology helped you stay organized?
- When receiving a new delivery, what process do you follow to check for quality and quantity, and how do you handle any discrepancies?
- How do you ensure that the store remains clean and organized, especially during peak hours or busy periods?
- Tell us about an experience where you had to coordinate between different teams (like kitchen and sales). What worked well and what challenges did you face?
- Imagine it’s a particularly hectic day, with large orders coming in and last-minute requests from the kitchen. How do you prioritize your tasks to keep everything running smoothly?
- Have you ever noticed a supply issue brewing before anyone else did? What actions did you take, and what was the outcome?
- We value reliability—can you share an example from a previous role where your dependability made a difference to your team?
- This role involves a lot of movement and sometimes lifting—how do you manage the physical side of the job and stay alert throughout your shift?
- How do you handle situations where a colleague needs urgent items, but you’re already managing multiple requests at once?
- Team lunches and a supportive culture are a big part of our environment. What’s your idea of a positive, close-knit workplace, and how would you contribute?
- Sometimes, we celebrate small wins together as a team. Tell us about how you’ve helped create or contribute to a sense of community at work.
- What motivates you to keep things running smoothly behind the scenes, even when the work goes unnoticed?