Restaurant Cleaner

Kingsfamousbarbecue; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free or discounted meals

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A family-run restaurant in Petersburg is seeking a dedicated Restaurant Cleaner to ensure the facility is spotless and welcoming. This role is crucial for compliance with health standards and supports the restaurant's reopening in 2026. Candidates should have an eye for detail and the ability to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends. Experience in cleaning, food service, or hospitality is a plus, though training is provided for reliable candidates. Enjoy flexible scheduling and free meals during shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning or restaurant experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn food handling or sanitation training.
• Ability to stand, bend, and lift 50+ lbs.
• Ability to work independently or in a small team
• Physical stamina to stand, lift 50+ lbs, and work in varying temperatures
• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy
• Willingness to learn food handler certification or sanitation training
• Flexible availability including nights and closing shifts

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and deep cleaning of all areas.
• Clean and sanitize high-touch surfaces.
• Follow strict food safety and sanitation protocols.
• Restroom cleaning and restocking supplies; maintain cleanliness and freshness
• Empty trash, recycling, and grease receptacles; manage dumpster areas
• Wash dishes and utensils as needed during or after shifts
• Clean windows, mirrors, walls, and ceilings (spot or deep cleans)
• Report spills or maintenance needs; assist with moving furniture/equipment for cleaning
• Follow strict food safety and sanitation protocols with approved cleaners safely
• Complete opening/closing cleaning checklists to prepare for next shift
• Support team during slower periods with light kitchen/front-of-house tasks
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Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Physical stamina

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Tools

Cleaning chemicals

Job description

Restaurant Cleaner Position Job Description

King's Famous Barbecue Location: 2910 S Crater Rd, Petersburg, VA 23805

Job Type: Full-time / Part-time (Flexible shifts, including evenings, closing shifts, weekends, and early mornings for deep cleaning)

Reports to: Manager, Kitchen Manager, or Owners

King's Famous Barbecue is a historic Petersburg landmark founded in 1946, celebrated for its authentic Virginia-style pit-smoked barbecue — pork shoulders, beef, and chicken — slow-cooked over oak wood, hand-chopped to order, and served with signature sauce and homemade sides like potato cakes, hush puppies, coleslaw, and Brunswick stew. After a 30-month closure, the restaurant is preparing to reopen in 2026, with owner Matt Keeler leading the effort to restore this community icon. The Restaurant Cleaner is a vital role that keeps the entire facility spotless, sanitary, and welcoming, ensuring compliance with health standards and creating a clean, inviting space for guests and staff alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform thorough daily and deep cleaning of all areas: dining room, kitchen, prep areas, restrooms, carryout/counter zone, and storage spaces
• Sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum floors; strip, wax, or buff floors as needed (especially high-traffic areas and after busy shifts)
• Clean and sanitize high-touch surfaces: tables, chairs, counters, doors, handles, light switches, and equipment
• Clean and disinfect restrooms regularly, restocking supplies (toilet paper, soap, paper towels) and ensuring they remain fresh and presentable
• Empty trash bins, recycling, and grease receptacles; take out waste and maintain dumpster areas
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and utensils during or after shifts if needed
• Clean windows, mirrors, walls, and ceilings (spot cleaning or deep cleans)
• Assist with basic maintenance: reporting spills, leaks, or repair needs promptly; helping move furniture or equipment for cleaning
• Follow strict food safety and sanitation protocols, using approved cleaners/chemicals safely and properly
• Perform opening/closing cleaning checklists: setup for the day or thorough end-of-night shutdown to prepare for the next shift
• Support the team during slower periods by helping with light kitchen or front-of-house tasks as directed

Requirements & Qualifications

• No formal education required — high school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous cleaning, janitorial, restaurant, or housekeeping experience is a plus (especially in food service), but we provide training for reliable, hardworking candidates!
• Strong attention to detail and pride in creating a spotless environment — cleanliness is key to our reputation and health inspections
• Ability to work independently or as part of a small team in a fast-paced restaurant setting
• Physical stamina: stand, bend, lift 50+ lbs (trash bags, cleaning supplies, equipment), and work in varying temperatures (hot kitchen, cooler areas)
• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy — we're a family-run business rebuilding together
• Basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety practices (willingness to learn food handler's certification or sanitation training if required)
• Flexible availability, including nights/closing shifts (common for cleaners to work after service ends)

What You Can Expect

• Join the exciting revival of an 80-year-old Petersburg tradition — help get the building sparkling clean for the 2026 reopening!
• Free or discounted meals during shifts
• Competitive pay for the area
• Flexible scheduling in a close-knit, family-oriented environment
• Opportunities to cross-train or move into other roles as we grow post-reopening
• Pride in maintaining the high standards that make King's a welcoming spot for generations of guests

If you're hardworking, detail-oriented, and want to contribute to bringing back a Tri-Cities legend in 2026, the Restaurant Cleaner position is a key role on our team!