Kitchen Cleaner

Kings Service Solutions • Orlando, FL

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Cleaner (KC) is responsible for maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and safety standards in commercial kitchen environments, ensuring compliance with company procedures and applicable health regulations. This role involves cleaning kitchen equipment, surfaces, floors, and food preparation areas, as well as handling grease removal, waste disposal, and sanitation processes. The Kitchen Cleaner plays a critical role in supporting food safety standards and maintaining a hygienic environment for kitchen operations. The ideal candidate demonstrates attention to detail, reliability, ability to work in fast-paced environments, and strict adherence to sanitation and safety protocols.

Requirements

• Attention to detail
• Reliability
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments
• Strict adherence to sanitation and safety protocols
• Ability to follow company policies and OSHA safety regulations
• Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves, non-slip shoes, and aprons
• Ability to identify and report hazards such as spills, leaks, or unsafe conditions
• Ability to report completed tasks and any issues to the supervisor
• Ability to communicate effectively with kitchen staff and team members
• Ability to report equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize kitchen areas, including food preparation surfaces, counters, and workstations.
• Clean kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, fryers, refrigerators, and microwaves.
• Remove grease buildup from surfaces, equipment, and floors.
• Sweep, mop, and scrub kitchen floors using appropriate cleaning methods.
• Clean walls, doors, and other surfaces within the kitchen area.
• Wash dishes, utensils, pots, and pans as required.
• Dispose of trash, recyclables, and kitchen waste properly.
• Maintain cleanliness of trash bins and waste areas.
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation standards applicable to food service environments.
• Use approved cleaning chemicals and sanitizers according to guidelines.
• Prevent cross-contamination by following proper cleaning procedures.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers, pressure washers (if applicable), and dishwashing machines.
• Handle cleaning chemicals safely and store them properly.
• Maintain an organized and clean work environment at all times.
• Restock cleaning supplies and notify supervisor when inventory is low.
• Follow company policies and OSHA safety regulations.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves, non-slip shoes, and aprons.
• Identify and report hazards such as spills, leaks, or unsafe conditions.
• Report completed tasks and any issues to the supervisor.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and team members.
• Report equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed