Stores Clerk

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. Within the Food & Nutrition Services environment, the Stores Clerk plays an essential role in supporting the receipt, storage, inventory control, and distribution of food, supplies, and materials that help maintain efficient operations across the organization. The Stores Clerk helps ensure products are received accurately, stored safely, and delivered promptly to support patient services, retail operations, and departmental functions.

UT MD Anderson is internationally recognized for excellence in cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Stores Clerk position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the organization's mission through effective inventory management, food safety compliance, customer service, and operational support. As a Stores Clerk, you will work in a team-oriented environment focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate possesses a High School Diploma or equivalent, demonstrates a commitment to customer service and operational excellence, and can successfully perform inventory, receiving, storage, and distribution responsibilities. A valid Texas driver's license and the ability to obtain a Texas Food Handlers Certification within 30 days of hire are required. Experience is not required, making this an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to begin or grow a career in supply, logistics, or food service operations.

Minimum $18.00/hour – Midpoint $20.54/hour – Maximum $23.08/hour
Work Location: Onsite. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3pm.  Fridays 5am - 1:30pm on delivery days.  Must be flexible.

Why Us?
Working as a Stores Clerk at UT MD Anderson provides the opportunity to support critical operations that directly impact patient care and organizational excellence. This role offers meaningful work, professional development opportunities, a collaborative environment, and comprehensive benefits while contributing to one of the nation's premier cancer centers.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance. • Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options. • Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups. • Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Receiving & Storage of Supplies • Receive and inspect deliveries for accuracy, quality, temperature, and damage • Report shortages, discrepancies, and product quality concerns promptly • Verify invoices and packing slips against received items • Ensure proper labeling and dating of products upon receipt according to policy • Store products promptly in designated dry, refrigerated, and frozen storage areas • Maintain proper storage conditions including temperature, humidity, and sanitation • Maintain temperature logs and ensure compliance with food safety standards • Ensure proper separation of raw, ready-to-eat, allergen, and chemical products • Keep storage areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards • Utilize proper lifting techniques, material handling procedures, and required PPE

Ordering & Inventory Control • Assist with ordering food, supplies, and materials to maintain appropriate stock levels • Monitor inventory levels and par levels to ensure product availability and minimize waste • Rotate stock using FIFO (First In, First Out) principles • Monitor expiration dates and remove outdated or compromised products • Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with routine inventory counts • Record inventory receipts, issues, and adjustments in inventory systems • Conduct assigned cycle counts and monthly inventory counts • Monitor par levels and notify leadership of low or excess inventory • Segregate expired, damaged, or recalled products according to policy and guidelines
Requisition Fulfillment, Distribution & Transportation • Pick, stage, and deliver food and supplies according to departmental requisitions • Ensure accurate and timely deliveries to patient services, retail areas, and support departments • Transport food, materials, and supplies safely across campus • Maintain handling procedures that preserve food safety and product integrity • Follow food safety, HACCP, and infection-control guidelines • Utilize proper lifting techniques, material handling procedures, and required PPE • Operate department vehicles and equipment safely for receiving and campus deliveries • Conduct routine vehicle and equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns • Maintain cleanliness and organization of delivery vehicles and equipment • Follow all vehicle and equipment safety policies and departmental guidelines

Safety, Sanitation & Continuous Improvement • Clean, sanitize, and organize storerooms, walk-in refrigerators, and freezers • Maintain orderly storage areas that support safety, accessibility, and efficiency • Clean shelving, pallets, carts, and storage equipment according to schedule • Ensure compliance with sanitation, infection prevention, and regulatory standards • Participate in QAPI initiatives focused on food safety, efficiency, service quality, and waste reduction • Assist with documentation and audits related to food safety and regulatory compliance • Complete logs, temperature records, checklists, and other documentation accurately • Report safety hazards, equipment issues, and operational risks promptly

Customer Service & Communication • Provide friendly, respectful, and solution-focused customer assistance • Address vendor and customer questions promptly while maintaining professionalism • Model UT MD Anderson Core Values and Standards of Conduct • Utilize the HEAL (Hear, Empathize, Address, Learn) framework to resolve service concerns • Report customer, vendor, colleague, and safety concerns in a timely manner • Maintain confidentiality of vendor and customer information in accordance with institutional requirements • Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: None
• Preferred: Stocking experience, organizing dry storage rooms and walk-in refrigerators a plus.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required: TDL - Texas Drivers License Valid and current Texas driver's license with a minimum of three year's history of verifiable driving history. With less than three years of driving history, but with a minimum of one year of driving history, a waiver may be requested. Upon Hire and
• Required: FP - Food Handlers Permit Must obtain a current Texas Food Handlers Certification. within 30 Days

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Job Details
Employment Status: Full-Time
Organization: EVP & Chief Clinical Ops Ofc 710377
Employee Status: Regular
Work Locations: Houston (TX Med Ctr), 1515 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, 77030
Work Location: Onsite
Job Code: 06450
Salary (Pay Basis): 37,450.00
Salary Midpoint: 42725
Salary Maximum: 48,000.00
Fund Type: Hard
Work Week: Days
FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay