Janitor/Maintenance Lead - Seattle

Grand Central Bakery; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Central Bakery is seeking a Janitor Lead to keep the facility and grounds clean in support of bakery production and café operations. The role includes driving company vehicles between locations and performing maintenance on ovens, dishwashers, mixers and freezers.

The position requires flexibility to work holidays and weekends, and reports to the Facilities Manager. You will train staff, manage safety procedures, and ensure high cleaning standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to read, write, and speak English required; English/Spanish bilingual preferred
• Maintains a valid Food Handler's Card at all times
• Must demonstrate regular attendance and be able to work weekends/holidays
• Prior experience leading, training, and coaching preferred
• Basic math and computer skills, including MS Outlook
• Has a valid driver’s license with 5 years driving experience and clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning tasks: sweeping, mopping, dusting and cleaning surfaces
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment areas such as ovens, dishwashers, mixers and freezers
• Provide on-site support for equipment issues and preventative maintenance
• Transport equipment, supplies and staff between Grand Central Bakery locations using company vehicles
• Complete inventory, ordering and documentation accurately and on time
• Assist Facilities Manager and adjust staffing as needed
• Train new hires on safety protocols and workplace procedures
• Comply with safety requirements and report hazards promptly
• Lead by example in professional communication and customer service

Job description

Job Summary

Janitorial Employees are responsible for keeping the entire facility and grounds clean, sanitary and in compliance with all applicable health and sanitation codes to support the production of great artisan bread and delicious café food. The Janitor Lead position is the third of four Maintenance levels and requires the ability to safely drive Grand Central Bakery vehicles to various Grand Central Bakery locations.

This position requires driving and maintenance-related skills to support functions including but not limited to: onsite support for equipment and technical issues, maintenance or installation of on-site equipment such as ovens, dishwashers, mixers, and freezers

• Full-time role

Supervision

This position reports to the Facilities Manager.

Specific requirements

Must be able to work Holidays and weekends .

Schedule Requirements

Grand Central Bakery operates 7 days a week/365 days a year. Schedule flexibility is essential including the ability to work extra hours or days based on department needs.

Competencies Required for this Position

• Learning Agility
• High Standards
• Team Player
• Change Agility
• Initiative
• Drive and Energy
• Results Orientation
• Organizing and Planning
• Composure
• Self-Objectivity

Essential job responsibilities

• Responsible for daily and other assigned cleaning tasks including but not limited to:
• Sweeping
• Mopping
• Dusting and cleaning of vertical surfaces, ducts, and high areas such as tops of coolers and ovens bakery and café equipment
• Emptying all trash and recycling into the appropriate bins.
• Washing, sorting and documenting laundry use at assigned location.
• Providing ongoing or specific project landscaping as directed.
• Provide on-site support for equipment and technical issues as directed including ongoing preventative maintenance, repairs, or installation of on-site equipment.
• Maintenance or installation of on-site equipment such as ovens, dishwashers, mixers, and freezers
• Transports equipment, cleaning supplies, and other maintenance employees to and from Grand Central Bakery locations to perform cleaning and maintenance tasks using company vehicles.
• Complete all ordering and inventory duties as assigned in the appropriate systems or documents with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.
• Responsible for accurately and promptly completing all required documentation and communication systems: laundry numbers, travel check list, equipment spreadsheets, workbook, and feedback via email to site managers.
• Responsible for assigned deep cleaning and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Utilizes the maintenance ticket system (FMX).
• Complete assigned weekly, monthly, annual maintenance tasks.
• Assists the Facility Manager by adjusting staffing and work assignments to meet objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Knows and acts in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Grand Central Bakery in all parts of their job.
• Works collaboratively with a team. Models and encourages respectful and professional channels of communication between teammates and departments. Disrupts and corrects inappropriate communication in the moment.
• Leads teams in delivering excellent customer service - following and promoting the 3 steps to great service at all times.
• Maintains competencies and demonstrate continuous application of these skills throughout the period of employment.
• Is committed to creating an anti-racist organization by actively opposing racism and promoting racial tolerance. Supports a culturally inclusive environment through the language and conduct of mutual respect and critical self-reflection. Understands company Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) concepts and is able to explain them to teammates. As an active participant in setting company culture, disrupts behavior that is harassing, discriminatory, or otherwise harmful to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion by correcting and redirecting behavior in the moment.
• Above all, sets the best example of behavior, work ethic, and work quality.
• Knows and demonstrates efficient, correct and safe work and procedures.
• Primary trainer of team members.
• Coaches team members on the floor.
• Escalates personnel matters to manager including concerns about attendance, performance, and conduct.
• Able to be the Person in Charge in a manager's absence.
• Follows all safety requirements, safety training, and instructions.
• Notifies manager if they ever become aware of a potential hazard in the workplace.
• Able to enter maintenance and safety tickets into FMX
• Promptly reports all injuries, big or small, that are sustained while at work. Assists with injury reports.
• Trains new hires and existing employees on safety protocols.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to read, write, and speak English required; English/Spanish bilingual preferred
• Maintains a valid Food Handler's Card at all times and follows health department guidelines at all times.
• Must demonstrate regular attendance by coming to work on scheduled working days and being on time. May be required to work a variety of days and shifts to meeting business need including weekends and holidays.
• Prior experience leading, training, and coaching preferred
• Basic math skills required
• Basic computer skills including use of MS Outlook or similar email program required
• Has and maintains a valid Oregon or Washington driver’s license with 5 years of driving experience and a driving record acceptable to Grand Central Bakery.
• Follows policies and procedures in the Driver Safety Manual at all times.
• Must pass a company administered driving test.
• The ability to work independently and efficiently with a high degree of autonomy required
• Flexibility and attention to detail to accurately fulfil frequently changing task-lists required

Tools and Equipment Used

• Brooms, mops, and mop bucket
• Pressure washer
• Ladders
• Commercial clothes washer and dryer
• Commercial dishwasher
• Hand tools
• Company Vehicles (sprinter van or similar)

Physical Requirements

S : Seldom (1-10%) O : Occasional (10-30%) F : Frequent (30%-70%) C : Constant (Over 70%) N/A : Not Applicable

Standing

C

Walking

C

Driving

F

Hearing

C

Lifting

F - 50 lbs.

Carrying

F - 50 lbs.

Talking

O

F

Bending/ Twisting at waist

F

F

Crouching/Kneeling

F

O

Reaching above shoulder

F

Repetitive Arm/ Hand Motion

F

C

F

Pushing/Pulling

F

Foot controls/Driving

F

Environmental Conditions

This position works in a building shared with production facilities is constantly exposed to wheat flour dust and other grain dusts (rye, corn, oat).

This position works in a moderately warm and dusty environment and involves a high level of exposure to water and cleaning chemicals.

This position walks up to 3 miles per shift.

It is understood that this does not constitute an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities of the Janitor Lead position but is offered as a general guideline of minimum essential expectations involved in this position.

Grand Central Bakery ignited a bread revolution in 1989 by introducing rustic artisan loaves to Northwest tables. Values are at the heart of our company and sustainability touches everything we do - from where we buy ingredients to how we care for our employees and invest in our communities. A Certified B Corporation, Grand Central Bakery is part of a global movement of organizations using business as a force for good.