Fresh & Ready Foods + We are hiring immediately for a full time BUYER/PURCHASING ASSISTANT position. + Location: Fresh and Ready - 1145 Arroyo Avenue, San Fernando, CA 91340 Note: online applications accepted only. + Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday through Friday, hours may vary. More details upon interview. + Requirement: Purchasing experience is preferred. + Pay Rate: $19.50 per hour. *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available WE MAKE IT EASY! + You can now chat or text-to-apply, in addition to our standard online apply. Just text JOB to 75000 & search for the requisition ID number 1360769 . Click here (https://vimeo.com/352797140/61bfd23227) to view more. + You can now prerecord video introductions. Be more than just words on a resume and get in front of the hiring manager faster. Click here (https://vimeo.com/335887633) to get a sneak peek preview If you have a positive attitude and a love for learning, you may be interested in joining our team. Full time associates at Fresh and Ready Foods are offered many fantastic benefits such as: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) + Commuter Benefits + Wellness Program + Employee Assistance Program + Life Insurance for Associates and Eligible Dependents + Short Term Disability (STD) and Long Term Disability (LTD) + Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance + Discount Marketplace + And other voluntary benefits Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_Canteen.pdf) for information on additional company-provided time off benefits. Job Summary Summary: Responsible for clerical functions and administrative support of food service programs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: + Answer telephones and direct inquires in a professional and client centric manner. + Maintain confidential personnel files. + Assist management staff in preparing confidential employment and labor relations documents, including but not limited to proposed disciplinary notices. + Assist with staffing, including finding staff when employees call out on short notice. + Work effectively and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, school personnel, administrators, student's parents and Supervisor. + Complete and maintain accurate and up to date records of students eligible for free and reduced priced lunches if applicable. + Enter weekly cash sales and meal counts using computer. + Perform daily bank deposit reconciliation. + Process vendor invoices for payment - using computer, making sure addition is correct and checking item prices against bid specifications, making sure there is no discrepancy in pricing. + Perform monthly vendor statement reconciliation. + Prepare monthly state claim form for reimbursement. + Assist in preparation of end of month financial reports. + Attend in-service and/or safety meetings as required. + Maintain clean and safe work environment; ability to perform job safely. + Performs other duties as assigned. Fresh and Ready Foods maintains a drug-free workplace About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis Fresh & Ready Foods