Sanitation Associate

Children's National Hospital

1d • $18 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Associate maintains sanitation in production, ware-wash, cafeteria, and dining areas. The role may include receiving and stocking supplies throughout the department as needed and providing courteous customer service. The associate maintains cleanliness, operates and sanitizes dishwashing equipment, follows food-handling and chemical-safety procedures, completes quality and safety documentation, and communicates relevant issues to management.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED. Six months of experience is required; one year is preferred. The associate must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting of 25 pounds, read and follow written and verbal instructions, accurately measure chemicals, and demonstrate knowledge of safety procedures and practices.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months of experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting of 25 pounds.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to accurately measure chemicals.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and practices.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen, customer service areas, dining room, and kitchen floors.
• Restock service areas with trays and other items as requested, with minimal supervision.
• Operate and maintain the sanitation of the dishwashing machine and conveyor belt; wash, sanitize, and store cooking and serving equipment and patient service ware; report malfunctioning equipment to the immediate supervisor.
• Follow directions for proper use of cleaning supplies.
• Remove trash and clean garbage receptacles.
• Clean, sweep, and mop debris from floors, shelving, and walls; power-wash carts daily.
• Maintain department, hospital, and regulatory agency standards and clean work areas according to department guidelines.
• Complete special cleaning assignments within the target time.
• Restock food and supplies neatly and safely, following department guidelines and established food-handling practices.
• Use chemicals appropriately and store them properly.
• Complete and document quality and safety control indicators, including temperature, pH readings, and dilutions.
• Communicate unresolved customer service issues to management within 24 hours.
• Communicate quality and availability issues, equipment status, customer issues, and staffing issues to management.
• Maintain a professional image by following department uniform guidelines.
• Comply with the established workflow and departmental policies and procedures.
• Provide courteous customer service to customers while working.
• Receive and stock supplies in department areas as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
• Paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
• 401(k) plan.
• Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
• Tuition assistance.
• Fitness resources.
• Employee assistance.
• Commuter benefits.

What This Job Offers

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