Sanitation – KKD 411 Thornton – 120th Ave (Thornton, CO)

WKS Restaurant Group; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

WKS Restaurant Group is seeking a Sanitation Specialist to maintain a clean and safe environment at Krispy Kreme in Thornton, Colorado. This role focuses on adhering to food safety standards, ensuring cleanliness throughout the shop, and assisting in operational efficiency.

Responsibilities include performing cleaning tasks, coordinating with teams, and maintaining sanitation checklists. Ideal candidates should have knowledge of sanitation practices and the ability to follow safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation practices required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic literacy skills required.
• Ability to safely use cleaning chemicals and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks per established schedules and standards.
• Clean and sanitize production equipment and work surfaces.
• Coordinate sanitation activities with production and retail teams.
• Empty trash and transport waste to designated disposal areas.
• Support shop operations during peak periods.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation practices

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Basic literacy skills

Ability to safely use cleaning chemicals and equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

WKS KRISPY KREME, LLC

Position: Sanitation Specialist

Brand: Krispy Kreme

Reports To: General Manager

Job Overview

The Sanitation Specialist is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary shop environment in accordance with Krispy Kreme brand standards, food safety requirements, and health department regulations. This role supports production and retail operations by ensuring all areas of the shop are properly cleaned, sanitized, and maintained to promote food safety, operational efficiency, and a positive guest experience.

Key Responsibilities

Sanitation & Food Safety

• Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks according to established schedules, procedures, and food safety standards.
• Clean and sanitize production equipment, tools, racks, screens, utensils, and work surfaces.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Properly use and store cleaning chemicals and supplies in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Complete sanitation checklists, logs, and documentation as required.

Shop Cleaning & Maintenance

• Clean production areas, service areas, storage rooms, and walk-in coolers/freezers.
• Sweep and mop floors, clean drains, and maintain non-slip surfaces.
• Empty trash and transport waste to designated disposal areas or dumpsters.
• Clean restrooms, break areas, and exterior areas as assigned.
• Support basic facility cleanliness and organization to maintain shop readiness.

Operational Support

• Coordinate sanitation activities with production and retail teams to minimize operational disruption.
• Identify and report sanitation, safety, or maintenance concerns to leadership.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of production or service areas as needed.
• Support shop operations during peak periods when assigned.
• Perform any other cleaning or side work tasks assigned by management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Teamwork & Professionalism

• Work collaboratively with shop team members and leadership.
• Follow company policies, safety procedures, and operational standards.
• Demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, and professionalism at all times.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Physical Activity

• Standing, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, and grasping.
• Writing, filing documents, and completing sanitation logs.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects.
• Communicating with shop team members and management.
• Use of cleaning equipment, tools, and other shop technology, as permitted by applicable state age requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking for extended periods during the work shift.
• Lifting and carrying ranges:
• 0–10 lbs: Frequent
• 11–25 lbs: Frequent
• 26–50 lbs: Occasional with assistance
• 51–75 lbs: Seldom; team-lift only
• Pushing and pulling approximately 10–40 lbs of force occasionally.
• Frequent use of hands for cleaning, handling tools, and operating equipment.

Work Environment

• Work performed primarily in shop production, service, and support areas.
• Exposure to heat, noise, wet or slippery surfaces, and cleaning chemicals.
• Fast-paced environment with variable schedules, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.

Cognitive Demands (ADA/FEHA-Compliant)

• Ability to follow sanitation procedures and safety guidelines.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail and cleanliness standards.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Requirements

Essential Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation practices required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic literacy skills required.
• Ability to safely use cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Non-Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous sanitation, janitorial, or food service cleaning experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous job stability preferred.

This document describes the job and its traditional physical, cognitive, and environmental demands. It does not describe the abilities of any individual employee.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.