Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Foreman / Lead Technician (Night Shift)

Kitchen Guard of San Diego; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 31,684 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Bonus based on performance

Job summary

Kitchen Guard of San Diego is seeking a Foreman to lead a two-person crew in performing fire safety-critical kitchen exhaust cleaning. You will oversee operations to ensure safety and compliance with standards, working overnight shifts typically from 9:30 PM to 7:00 AM.

This role requires strong leadership, prior experience in hood cleaning, and physical capability to perform tasks such as climbing ladders. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $23–$27 based on experience, along with benefits including paid time off.

Qualifications

• Prior hood cleaning, pressure washing, or similar trade experience strongly preferred.
• Previous crew leadership or lead technician experience required.
• Strong organizational discipline and time management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside a two-person night crew.
• Ensure work meets company standards and NFPA 96 requirements.
• Enforce checklist compliance, safety protocols, and documentation.
• Confirm job completeness before departure.

Skills

Crew leadership

Organizational discipline

Time management

Communication skills

Hood cleaning experience

Job description

About The Work Kitchen Guard performs fire‑safety–critical kitchen exhaust cleaning and inspection services for commercial kitchens. Our work directly impacts whether a kitchen can safely operate and pass inspection. We run structured night operations with defined processes, heavy documentation, and high accountability.

Benefits

• Uniforms provided
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Bonus based on performance

Role Overview

This is a working leadership role. The Foreman leads a two‑person crew, works hands‑on, and is accountable for job quality, safety, documentation, and outcomes.

What You Will Do

• Lead and work alongside a two‑person night crew
• Ensure work meets company standards and NFPA 96 requirements
• Enforce checklist compliance, safety protocols, and documentation
• Confirm job completeness before departure
• Identify and document deficiencies or inaccessible areas
• Train and coach technicians on proper methods and expectations
• Serve as the on‑site decision‑maker
• Maintain equipment condition and report discrepancies
• Drive the company vehicle nightly to job sites

Schedule & Hours

• Overnight work only
• Typical check‑in: 9:30–11:00 PM
• Typical check‑out: 6:00–7:00 AM
• Guaranteed minimum of 40 hours per week during initial ramp‑up, provided work is completed to standard
• Overtime is variable and not guaranteed

Completion to standard means adherence to safety procedures, job checklists, and required documentation.

Physical Requirements

• Perform all physical tasks required of the technician role
• Climb ladders, access rooftops, lift up to 50 lbs
• Stand and work on feet for extended overnight shifts

Qualifications

• Prior hood cleaning, pressure washing, or similar trade experience strongly preferred
• Previous crew leadership or lead technician experience required
• Strong organizational discipline and time management
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Valid driver’s license
• Must pass a background check

Compensation & Benefits

• $23–$27/hour, based on experience
• Paid Time Off
• Foreman status is maintained through performance; failure to enforce standards may result in role reassessment
• Advancement opportunities tied to business growth and demonstrated leadership behaviors—not tenure

Kitchen Guard is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal or state law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.

Kitchen Guard is revolutionizing the commercial kitchen exhaust and cleaning industry. Backed by modern and sophisticated technology, Kitchen Guard prides itself on being customer‑focused and providing only the highest quality, professional, and consultative service available. Our mission is to help restaurants and other facilities with a commercial kitchen be fire‑safe and remain compliant with local, state, and federal regulations for kitchen safety and cleanliness.