Janitor

Stater Bros. Markets, Inc.; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Stater Bros. Markets, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Janitor in Vista, CA to maintain a clean and safe store environment.

The role emphasizes courteous service, adherence to sanitation standards, and regular cleaning of floors, restrooms, and high-touch areas throughout shifts. The successful candidate will have strong communication skills, the ability to stand for long periods, and flexibility to work varied shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety per store standards.
• Strong customer-service orientation in a retail environment.
• Ability to interact politely with customers and team members.

Responsibilities

• Support a clean and inviting shopping environment to align with store standards.
• Perform floor cleaning and general sanitation tasks.
• Clean and sanitize checkstands, counters, and high-touch surfaces.
• Identify and promptly address spills or hazards to maintain safety.
• Maintain outside areas such as walkways and entrances.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Flexibility

Integrity

Education

High school diploma

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

As a customer-facing role, the Janitor is expected to provide courteous and professional service while performing all assigned tasks and are accountable for delivering G.O.A.T. (Greet, Observe, Assist, Thank) service to our customers.

The Janitor is responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness and sanitation of the store, both inside and outside. Key duties include sweeping duties, mopping, cleaning up spills, scrubbing floors, waxing floors, and sanitizing high-touch areas such as checkstands.

The Janitor also ensures that store entrances, walkways, and other exterior areas are clean and free of debris. This position requires adherence to all company safety, sanitation, and cleaning standards.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support a clean and inviting shopping environment that aligns with store standards
• Perform floor maintenance tasks such as strip, wax, spot mop, sweep, scrub, and buffing to keep floors clean and well-maintained
• Perform scheduled floor sweeps at designated times and accurately record each completed sweep using the store’s electronic sweep system, in compliance with company procedures
• Clean and sanitize checkstands, counters, and other high‑touch surfaces regularly throughout the day
• Promptly identify and clean up spills or hazards to maintain a safe environment for customers and teammates
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, including restocking restroom supplies (e.g., soap, paper towels, toilet paper) as needed and monitor inventory levels
• Communicate supply needs to management in a timely manner to ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained and orders are placed as necessary
• Empty trash bins and dispose of waste according to store policies
• Maintain cleanliness of outside premises to include sidewalks, planters, trash cans, light, and other areas as directed
• Clean and disinfect areas involving Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) safely and according to company procedures
• Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies, ensuring they are used safely and properly stored
• Report any maintenance or safety issues to the appropriate manager promptly
• Follow all company safety and sanitation policies during cleaning activities and other duties
• All other related duties as required and assigned

REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma is preferred but not required
• Strong commitment to cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in accordance with company standards and policies
• Basic communication skills to interact with customers, management, and team members
• Ability to perform duties while consistently delivering excellent customer service with professionalism and courtesy in a customer-facing environment
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights
• Flexibility to work varied shifts including early mornings, evenings, graveyard, weekends, and holidays
• Previous janitorial, custodial, or maintenance experience in a retail or supermarket setting is a plus
• Must maintain a sense of integrity and adhere to all store policies and procedures, including safety standards and the collective bargaining agreement