Cleaner needed

Cafe Delice; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free coffee

Meals provided

Job summary

Cafe Delice in Huddersfield is seeking a reliable cleaner to maintain high standards of cleanliness across dining and front-of-house areas, restrooms, and storage spaces. The role demands physical stamina and attention to detail, with the ability to follow health and safety guidelines and work with minimal supervision.

Previous café or restaurant cleaning experience is preferred; training will cover sanitation regulations, safe chemical handling, and equipment use, including floor care tools and

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning in a café/restaurant environment preferred.
• Familiarity with sanitation regulations and safe handling of cleaning chemicals.
• Physical stamina to stand, bend, reach and lift repeatedly during shifts.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, vacuum and maintain floors and mats.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, and restock supplies.
• Wipe tables, counters, chairs and fixtures; keep windows and mirrors smudge-free.

Skills

Experience in cleaning

Physical stamina

Health & safety awareness

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Dining & Front-of-House Areas

• Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming all floors and mats.
• Dusting and wiping down tables, chairs, counters, and decorative fixtures.
• Cleaning glass windows, doors, and mirrors to ensure they are smudge-free.
• Emptying front-of-house trash cans and replacing liners.
• Deep cleaning kitchen floors, walls, and hard-to-reach areas.
• Emptying and sanitizing heavy-duty kitchen trash and recycling bins.
• Assisting with cleaning large appliances (e.g., exterior of espresso machines, refrigerators, and ovens) as needed.
• Disposing of grease and food waste according to local health regulations.

Restrooms

• Thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting toilets, sinks, and countertops.
• Restocking essential supplies including toilet paper, paper towels, and hand soap.
• Polishing mirrors and emptying sanitary bins.

Inventory & Safety

• Monitoring cleaning supply levels and notifying management when reorders are needed.
• Storing chemicals and cleaning equipment safely and correctly.
• Following all health and safety guidelines, including using "Wet Floor" signs when necessary.

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience: Proven experience as a cleaner, custodian, or housekeeper (experience in a restaurant or café environment is a plus).
• Knowledge: Familiarity with sanitation regulations, food safety basics, and the safe handling of industrial cleaning chemicals.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand, bend, reach, and lift up to [e.g., 15kg/30lbs] frequently during a shift.
• Traits: Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.

To help me tailor this job description perfectly for your needs, could you tell me:

• What are the specific working hours or shifts (e.g., before opening or after closing)?
• Is there any specialized equipment they need to operate (like a floor buffer or industrial dishwasher)?
• What perks or benefits (free coffee/meals)