Porter

Los Tacos No. 1 • Madison, WI

27d

About The Position

Porters maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of the restaurant’s dining and kitchen areas. The role helps create a positive customer experience and ensures compliance with hygiene standards. Porters clean and sanitize restaurant surfaces and floors, maintain restrooms and exterior areas, remove trash, assist kitchen staff with dishwashing, manage cleaning supplies, follow safety standards, and coordinate with managers and team members.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to work overnight shifts.
• Physical stamina to perform tasks involving standing, bending, and lifting.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a high standard of cleanliness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Time management skills to prioritize and complete cleaning tasks efficiently.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in janitorial or cleaning roles, preferably in a restaurant or fast-food setting.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and proper use of cleaning equipment and chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize the kitchen, dining room floors, tables, chairs, and other restaurant surfaces.
• Clean restrooms and restock supplies as needed.
• Regularly wipe down and disinfect high-touch areas.
• Sweep and mop floors in dining and kitchen areas.
• Promptly handle spills and follow proper cleanup procedures.
• Empty and replace trash bins in dining, kitchen, and restroom areas.
• Dispose of trash in designated containers and follow waste disposal guidelines.
• Clean and maintain the restaurant exterior, including sidewalks and parking areas.
• Remove outdoor litter and keep external areas presentable.
• Assist kitchen staff by washing dishes, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
• Keep kitchen areas clean and organized.
• Monitor cleaning supplies and equipment, report shortages, maintain organized inventory, and request restocking when necessary.
• Follow safety protocols and use cleaning chemicals according to safety regulations and guidelines.
• Communicate cleaning priorities with managers and collaborate with team members to maintain cleanliness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED