Restaurant Porter: Cleanliness Champion & Support

Ugly-Dumpling-4; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ugly-Dumpling-4 is seeking a Porter to maintain cleanliness, organization, and functionality across the restaurant. You will support kitchen, dining, and bar teams by keeping areas clean, safe, and stocked, enabling smooth daily operations.

Responsibilities include sanitizing spaces, restocking supplies, assisting with dishwashing during peak hours, and upholding health and sanitation rules to ensure a positive guest and staff experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in porter, janitorial, or cleaning role preferred.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8–10 hours).
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize all areas of the restaurant, including kitchen, dining room, bar, restrooms, and exterior spaces.
• Regularly sweep, mop, and empty trash bins to maintain a tidy environment.
• Wash, dry, and restock smallwares, utensils, and equipment as needed.
• Perform deep-cleaning tasks such as scrubbing floors, cleaning vents, and organizing storage areas.
• Monitor and restock supplies, including napkins, cleaning products, paper goods, and other necessities.
• Assist in unloading and organizing deliveries, ensuring items are properly labeled and stored.
• Notify management of any shortages or equipment that requires repair.
• Assist with dishwashing and equipment cleaning during peak hours.
• Maintain a clean and organized dish area to facilitate efficient operations.
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation regulations to ensure a safe environment for guests and staff.
• Promptly address spills, hazards, or broken equipment to minimize risks.

Skills

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Stamina

Flexibility

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Ugly-Dumpling-4 is seeking a Porter to maintain cleanliness, organization, and functionality across the restaurant. You will support kitchen, dining, and bar teams by keeping areas clean, safe, and stocked, enabling smooth daily operations.

Responsibilities include sanitizing spaces, restocking supplies, assisting with dishwashing during peak hours, and upholding health and sanitation rules to ensure a positive guest and staff experience.