Sanitation Supervisor (Full Time)

Compass Group USA; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Instapay

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Program

Discount Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Compass Group USA, through Levy, is seeking a Sanitation Supervisor for Stanford University Athletics to enforce health standards and oversee sanitation across kitchens, concessions, bars, and premium dining spaces.

The role requires 1–2 years of sanitation-related experience, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and availability for evenings, weekends, and event days in a fast-paced venue environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of sanitation, kitchen operations, or environmental services experience.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and move across large venues.
• Hold or obtain a valid California Food Handler Card or CFPM certification where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Review health department audits and internal sanitation reports; implement corrective actions.
• Inspect concession stands, prep kitchens, pantries, and portable carts for cleanliness and health code compliance.
• Maintain inventory of sanitation supplies and handwashing stations; ensure availability of cleaning chemicals.
• Train and mentor team on safe food handling, dishwashing procedures, and allergen prevention.
• Oversee setup, mid-event maintenance, and post-event sanitization of service areas.

Skills

Sanitation experience

Food handling

High-volume hospitality

Physical stamina

Education

California Food Handler Card

CFPM certification

Job description

Position Title: Sanitation Supervisor at Stanford University Athletics

Pay Range: $28.00 to $32.00

From the stadium to the head table, Levy leverages unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and true love for great food to create unforgettable experiences. Founded in Chicago 40 years ago as a Delicatessen, Levy now finds itself as a leading presence in the Food, Beverage, and Retail industry across 200 plus Entertainment, Sports, and Restaurant venues across the country.

The Sanitation is responsible for enforcing local, state, and company health and sanitation standards across sports and entertainment venues. This role oversees sanitation procedures across main kitchens, concession stands, bars, premium dining spaces, and portable service areas to deliver a clean, safe, and hygienic environment for guests and team members. The Lead conducts regular inspections, monitors health audit compliance, oversees sanitization efforts before, during, and after major venue events, and ensures all food preparation facilities satisfy California Retail Food Code standards.

Key Areas of Responsibilities:

• Reviews health department audits and internal sanitation reports to ensure operational progress and execute prompt corrective actions.
• Conducts routine inspections of assigned venue areas—including concession stands, prep kitchens, pantries, and portable carts to guarantee strict cleanliness and health code compliance.
• Monitors and maintains inventory levels of sanitation supplies and handwashing stations, ensuring proper availability of soap, paper towels, nail brushes, eco-friendly sanitizers, and test strips.
• Enforces adherence to company standards, the California Retail Food Code (CalCode), and local Environmental Health Department guidelines. Trains, coaches, and mentors team members on safe food handling, proper dishwashing procedures, chemical handling (HAZCOM/SDS), and allergen cross-contamination prevention.
• Oversees the setup, mid-event maintenance, and post-event breakdown/sanitization of service areas, dish machines, and food contact surfaces.
• Supports venue waste management programs by ensuring proper sorting of organic waste, recyclables, and landfill materials in alignment with local Bay Area composting and diversion regulations.
• Fosters a positive, performance-based culture through clear communication, teamwork, open dialogue, and proactive decision‑making.
• Keeps Department Managers, Executive Chefs, and venue leadership promptly informed of facility issues, equipment repairs, or health compliance concerns.
• Ensures security, safety, and liability protocols are followed to protect venue staff and guests.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• 1-2 years of experience in sanitation, kitchen operations, or environmental services - ideally within a high-volume hospitality, restaurant, catering, or venue environment.
• Stand for long periods of time and remain physically mobile throughout multi-level venue concourses and kitchens during event shifts.
• Demonstrate physical stamina and agility required to move quickly across large facility footprints.
• Lift and move materials, supplies, and cleaning equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms; stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Move easily and quickly from a sitting to standing position.
• React with physical and mental alertness in emergency situations.
• Work in extreme cold for up to two-thirds of the workday due to walk‑in cooler, freezer, and warehouse conditions.
• Maintain flexible availability including evenings, weekends, venue event days, and holidays.
• Hold or obtain a valid California Food Handler Card or Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification where applicable.
• Travel: Ability and willingness to travel as required.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Associates of Levy are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Program
• Discount Marketplace
• Employee Assistance Program

For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, for paid time off benefits information.

Nearest Major Market: San Jose
Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto
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