Bakery Porter and Sanitation Specialist

Staten Island Chamber of Commerce; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnolia Bakery is seeking a Porter/Steward to keep the bakery clean, organized, and safe while supporting front-of-house and back-of-house operations. The role emphasizes attention to detail, reliability, and pride in food safety and hospitality.

You will assist with cleaning, restocking, waste handling, and equipment upkeep throughout shifts to ensure a premier guest experience at Magnolia Bakery. This position requires physical stamina and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Hands-on, flexible, hardworking, and highly responsive.
• Positive attitude and pride in doing a job thoroughly and correctly.
• Dependable and able to work independently while remaining part of the larger bakery team.
• Organized with strong time-management skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize cleaning and sanitation needs.
• Ability to follow policies, procedures, cleaning standards, and safety requirements consistently.
• Clear verbal communication with teammates and management.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sanitize, and organize bakery equipment and materials.
• Maintain clean restrooms for employees and guests.
• Keep bakery supplies organized and properly stored.
• Assist with receiving, putting away, and organizing deliveries.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of interior and exterior bakery areas.
• Sweep and mop floors and maintain walls, windows, doors, and baseboards.
• Break down cardboard boxes and handle trash and recycling.
• Empty trash receptacles and ensure waste is removed safely.
• Transport food, supplies, products to storage areas.
• Monitor cleaning-supply inventory and communicate shortages.
• Follow all food-safety, sanitation, chemical-handling, and safety procedures.
• Maintain cleaning equipment and use supplies responsibly.
• Respond promptly to spills or sanitation concerns.
• Support BOH and FOH team members to keep bakery operations moving.
• Maintain a clean environment throughout the shift.
• Take pride in bakery appearance and understand every area contributes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dependable

Organized

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Flexible

Safety-conscious

Job description

Magnolia Bakery is seeking a Porter/Steward to keep the bakery clean, organized, and safe while supporting front-of-house and back-of-house operations. The role emphasizes attention to detail, reliability, and pride in food safety and hospitality.

You will assist with cleaning, restocking, waste handling, and equipment upkeep throughout shifts to ensure a premier guest experience at Magnolia Bakery. This position requires physical stamina and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced