Dishwasher (Cleaning and Sanitation)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

General Cleaning Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness throughout all restaurant and retail areas
• Sweep, mop, and maintain floors throughout the facility
• Clean and sanitize surfaces including counters, tables, shelving, doors, windows, and equipment exteriors
• Ensure cleaning tasks are completed according to company schedules and standards
• Report maintenance or safety concerns to management promptly

Restroom Maintenance

• Ensure all customer and employee restrooms remain clean, sanitized, and fully stocked
• Refill restroom supplies including toilet paper, paper towels, soap, and sanitizer
• Clean mirrors, sinks, toilets, partitions, and restroom floors regularly
• Monitor restrooms throughout the day to maintain cleanliness standards

Trash & Waste Management

• Empty trash receptacles from customer areas, kitchen areas, offices, storage areas, and employee break areas
• Replace trash liners as needed
• Maintain clean and organized dumpster and waste disposal areas
• Follow company procedures for waste disposal and recycling

Exterior Cleaning Responsibilities

• Keep the outside of the building clean and presentable
• Sweep sidewalks, entrances, and outdoor customer areas
• Remove debris, litter, and other waste from parking lot and exterior areas
• Assist with seasonal exterior cleaning responsibilities as needed

Employee Area Maintenance

• Maintain cleanliness and organization in employee break areas
• Clean tables, chairs, appliances, sinks, and common surfaces in employee areas
• Ensure employee areas remain stocked and sanitary

Food Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company sanitation procedures and food safety standards
• Properly use cleaning chemicals and supplies according to safety guidelines
• Comply with all health department regulations and company policies
• Wear required personal protective equipment when necessary

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to follow cleaning schedules and procedures
• Ability to safely use cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant and retail environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
• Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, and lifting
• Ability to work with cleaning chemicals and cleaning equipment safely

Work Environment

• Retail grocery and restaurant environment
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, wet floors, and varying temperatures
• Work may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on business needs

• All other tasks as requested