Company Description The Akshaya Patra Foundation is a not-for-profit organization headquartered in Bengaluru, India, implementing the PM POSHAN (Mid-Day Meal Programme) initiative. Each school day, the foundation serves nutritious meals to 2.35 million children in government and government-aided schools across 16 States and 3 Union Territories, supporting education by addressing classroom hunger. Over the past 25 years, it has cumulatively served more than 5 billion meals, ensuring children come to school nourished and ready to learn. Akshaya Patra also runs initiatives such as Morning Nutrition, Anganwadi Feeding, MEAAL – School Rejuvenation, mentorship, scholarships, an alumni network, and disaster relief feeding, supporting children and communities at multiple stages. Its work is driven by innovation, sustainability, and strong partnerships with governments, corporates, institutions, and individual donors, all focused on creating a future where no child learns on an empty stomach. Role Description The Store Assistant role is a full-time, in office position based in Bengaluru. The Store Assistant will support daily store operations, including receiving, inspecting, and organizing inventory, maintaining accurate stock records, and ensuring timely issuance of materials to internal stakeholders. This role involves coordinating with procurement and kitchen or operations teams, monitoring stock levels, and assisting in periodic audits to maintain compliance with organizational standards.



The Store Assistant will also help maintain a clean, safe, and efficient storage workplace, follow established processes for material handling, and provide basic information or support to visitors, vendors, and team members as required. Qualifications
• Candidates should possess strong Communication skills to interact clearly and respectfully with team members, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Candidates should possess Customer Service and Retail Sales skills to handle requests, support internal “customers,” and manage basic store transactions or material issues.
• Candidates should possess Organization Skills to manage inventory, maintain accurate records, and ensure orderly and efficient use of storage space.
• Candidates should possess Training-related skills to learn standard operating procedures quickly and help onboard or guide new team members on store processes.
• Basic knowledge of inventory management systems or MS Office tools, especially spreadsheets, would be beneficial.
• Prior experience in storekeeping, warehouse operations, or retail environments is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, handle moderate physical tasks, and follow safety and hygiene protocols is important.
• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent qualification is required; vocational certification in storekeeping, logistics, or supply chain is an advantage.

📌 Store Assistant (Bengaluru)
🏢 The Akshaya Patra Foundation
📍 Bengaluru