Day Warehouse Janitor

Mike Hudson Dist; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Medical benefits

Weekly pay

Life Insurance

Employee discounts

401k

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. is seeking a Day Warehouse Janitor to maintain cleanliness and sanitation across our warehouse facilities.

You will ensure floors, equipment, and storage areas are clean, organized, and free of debris to support a safe, hygienic work environment for staff. Responsibilities include sweeping, trash handling, restroom service, equipment cleaning, and using cleaning solutions per specifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous janitorial experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, equipment, and supplies.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy objects.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Clean floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Gather and empty trash, consolidate trash for weekly pickup.
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
• Clean walls, racks, and equipment.
• Mix water and detergents or acids per specifications.
• Clean and restore building interiors using cleaning equipment.
• Follow procedures for chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage.
• Monitor building security by locking doors after hours.
• Move furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed.
• Notify managers about major repairs or additions to building systems.
• Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas.
• Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders for events.
• Must be experienced or able to get certified in operating a Rider Jack.

Skills

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Ability to lift heavy objects

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rider Jack certification

Job description

Posted Monday, August 10, 2026 at 7:00 AM

About The Chefs' Warehouse

The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. (http://www.chefswarehouse.com ) combines exceptional quality and brand building with broadline food service distribution for more than 40 years. With Protein, Specialty, Produce, and Broadline offerings, we service the most discerning chefs in a hybrid approach of convenience and superior quality. We introduce more than 4,000 artisan producers of the world’s finest ingredients from over 40 countries to the finest chefs in the world. We passionately consult, sell, and build relationships with more than 50,000 customers through the most experienced network of over 600 consultive sales associates, best-in-breed technology, rapid service, and support levels that solidify our long-standing ties to both established and up-and-coming premium restaurants.

Mission: The mission of The Chefs’ Warehouse is to provide the world’s greatest ingredients to the world’s best chefs.

Our C.H.E.F.S. Values:

Curious & Creative

Hungry For Food & Results

Forward Thinking & Flexible

Position Summary: The Day Warehouse Janitor is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in the warehouse facilities of the company. This position ensures that the warehouse floor, equipment, and storage areas are kept clean, organized, and free of debris. The Day Warehouse Janitor plays a vital role in creating a safe and hygienic working environment for warehouse staff.

What you’ll do:

• Clean floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.
• Gather and empty trash, consolidate trash for weekly pickup.
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
• Clean walls, racks, and equipment.
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
• Clean and restore building interiors using commercial cleaning equipment.
• Clean different surfaces using solvents, brushes, rags, and power cleaning equipment.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours.
• Move furniture, equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.
• Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas, using snow blowers, and snow shovels, and spread snow melting chemicals.
• Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for events such as banquets and meetings.
• Must be experienced or able to get certified in operating a Rider Jack.

About You:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Previous experience in janitorial or custodial roles preferred.

Knowledge of cleaning techniques, equipment, and supplies.

Ability to follow instructions and work independently.

Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy objects.

Attention to detail and strong time management skills.

Good communication and teamwork abilities.

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The above job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

• Paid Vacations, Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental and Medical Benefits
• Weekly pay
• Life Insurance
• 5% above cost for our high-quality food products
• Employee discounts for travel and events
• 401k
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

The Chefs' Warehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation,pregnancy, gender identityor any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.We are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.