Janitor

Good Food Holdings Companies • Aptos, CA

2d • $18 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

New Leaf Community Markets, a small cooperative founded in 1985, emphasizes sustainable, locally-produced food and a commitment to the well-being of its guests, staff, and community. The company's mission is to be a purveyor of good, offering natural foods while caring for its people, community, and environment. They foster an inclusive, friendly atmosphere where staff can thrive, driven by core values of Community, Integrity, Sustainability, Quality, and Respect. This role contributes to the company's mission of nourishing and sustaining the community through business as a force for change.

Requirements

• Previous customer service, food service, retail or grocery experience preferred.
• Knowledge of retail Operations department / Janitorial or Housekeeping experience preferred.
• Basic ability to read and interpret documents required.
• Basic math and computation skills preferred.
• Skills to read, understand and follow through on verbal and written instructions.
• Skills to exercise good judgment at all times.
• Ability to speak, read and understand English.

Nice To Haves

• Previous customer service, food service, retail or grocery experience.
• Knowledge of retail Operations department / Janitorial or Housekeeping experience.
• Basic math and computation skills.
• Knowledge of English.

Responsibilities

• Performs housekeeping tasks and maintains whole store cleanliness.
• Provides exceptional customer service and contributes to a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Engages the customer in a friendly manner, shares product information and assists in locating product throughout the store.
• Seeks opportunities to exceed customer expectations and enhance the customer experience.
• Demonstrates ability to manage own time and models a flexible work style.
• Shifts tasks as priorities and circumstances change based on needs and conditions of department.
• Represents company values. Works cooperatively and positively with fellow team members.
• Gives and receives feedback in a constructive manner demonstrating company Speak Up culture.
• Conserves company resources. Works in a manner consistent with company mission, vision and values and sustainability program.
• Adheres to work and food safety policies set forth by the company and all local, state and federal regulatory agencies.
• Contributes to store cleanliness, maintains equipment. Informs store/department management of any problems.
• Observes all company rules and policies. Understands and complies with specific department or location guidelines, tasks and responsibilities.
• Maintains whole store cleanliness, including sales floor, restrooms, deli seating area, offices, hallways, stairs and staff break room.
• Cleans break room refrigerators, includes composting outdated staff food, cleaning containers and disposing of items according to company policy.
• Empties trash, recycling and compost throughout entire store – within individual departments, break rooms, offices and outside as needed.
• Keeps parking lot clean of debris and trash.
• Sorts clean laundry upon arrival to store when needed and assists in preparing dirty laundry for pick-up.
• Sweeps, vacuums, dusts, scrubs, mops, washes, operates steam cleaners, dishwashers and other equipment.
• Restocks deli seating area (DSA), restroom and cleaning supplies.
• Performs deep cleaning tasks as assigned.
• Handles damaged and spoiled product according to company policy.
• Maintains cleanliness, organization and rotation of all areas, products and supplies.
• Understands and complies with specific shift guidelines, tasks and responsibilities.
• May assist when needed with bagging groceries using company taught best practices and customer preference.
• May also assist customers with carry-outs as needed.
• Demonstrates familiarity with products throughout store with willingness to continue learning.
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and 401k at 28 hours a week.
• Great earning potential with the opportunity for growth within our family of brands.
• Paid Parental Leave available.
• Lifestyle Scheduling.
• Public Transport Benefits.
• Paid Community Service Hours.
• 30% discount at all New Leaf Community Markets, Bristol Farms, and Lazy Acres Natural Market locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed