Porter

Nick's Fish House • Baltimore, MD

40d • Onsite

About The Position

The Porter plays an essential role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of Nick's Fish House. This position supports both Front of House and Back of House operations by ensuring dining areas, restrooms, walkways, outdoor spaces, and service areas remain clean, organized, and guest-ready at all times. As a Porter at Nick's, you'll help create a positive first impression for every guest by maintaining a clean and welcoming environment while supporting the team wherever needed. If you're dependable, take pride in your work, and enjoy contributing behind the scenes to a great guest experience, we'd love to have you on our team! At Nick's Fish House, teamwork isn't just encouraged-it's essential to who we are. Every guest's experience is a shared responsibility, and we work together to ensure outstanding hospitality at all times. Regardless of your role, you'll be part of a team-service approach, which means supporting colleagues by assisting where needed to create a seamless guest experience, prioritizing communication and collaboration to keep operations running smoothly, and taking initiative and stepping in to help teammates, knowing they'll do the same for you. Maintain a positive, guest-focused attitude that reflects our commitment to Excellence, Teamwork, and Respect. No matter your title, we believe in lifting each other up and delivering exceptional service as a team-because that's what makes Nick's a great place to work.

Requirements

• Minimum 1–2 years of prior janitorial, porter, maintenance, hospitality, or custodial experience is preferred, but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Ability to work independently while remaining responsive to team needs.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to assist in a variety of operational tasks.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and properly use cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Stand and walk for extended periods (6–10 hours per shift).
• Lift and carry cleaning supplies, trash bags, furniture, and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Frequently bend, stoop, reach, kneel, and climb stairs.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Push and pull carts, trash receptacles, and cleaning equipment.
• Safely operate cleaning tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness throughout the restaurant, including dining areas, patios, restrooms, entrances, walkways, and service stations.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and remove trash and recycling throughout the facility.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms regularly to ensure a positive guest experience.
• Assist with setting up and breaking down outdoor dining areas, events, and special functions as needed.
• Monitor and replenish restroom and cleaning supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness of parking areas, sidewalks, docks, and exterior guest spaces.
• Assist with unloading deliveries and transporting supplies throughout the restaurant.
• Respond promptly to spills, safety hazards, and cleanliness concerns.
• Support Front of House and Back of House teams with miscellaneous tasks as assigned.
• Work as part of a team-service approach, collaborating with colleagues to maintain a stress-free and engaging work environment.
• Maintain a positive attitude and professional demeanor, embodying Nick's values of Excellence, Teamwork, Respect, and Accountability.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
• Team-driven culture where your contributions matter.
• Growth and advancement opportunities-we love promoting from within!
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
• Employee discounts on meals and apparel.
• A fun, dynamic work environment where teamwork and respect are at the heart of everything we do.

What This Job Offers

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