Sanitation Team Leader - Hospitality

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Career advancement

Hygiene training

Staff discounts

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Sanitation Team Leader to oversee sanitation operations for venues in Welkom, Free State. You will manage a team of cleaners, develop schedules, and ensure guest areas, kitchens, and back-of-house spaces meet the highest cleanliness standards.

You will conduct quality checks, train staff on cleaning techniques and safety, monitor inventory, and ensure compliance with health regulations. Strong leadership and meticulous sanitation are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory experience in hospitality cleaning or sanitation.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and best practices in hygiene management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to train and motivate a team effectively.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations in hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the sanitation team.
• Develop and implement cleaning and sanitization plans for all hotel/restaurant areas.
• Conduct regular inspections to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Train new staff on cleaning techniques, safety procedures, and equipment use.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment; place orders as needed.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene regulations.
• Address guest or staff concerns regarding sanitation promptly and professionally.
• Maintain records of cleaning schedules, inspections, and staff performance.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment for the sanitation team.
• Contribute to operational excellence of facilities in Welkom, Free State.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Communication

Organizational skills

Hygiene management

Detail-oriented

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent hospitality group, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Sanitation Team Leader to oversee all sanitation operations for their establishments in **Welkom, Free State**. This role is critical in ensuring that all guest areas, kitchens, and back-of-house operations meet and exceed the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene. The Sanitation Team Leader will be responsible for managing a team of cleaning staff, developing efficient cleaning schedules, conducting quality checks, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a meticulous approach to sanitation, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences through immaculate environments. This is a key role within the **Welkom** hospitality scene, requiring dedication and expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the sanitation team.
• Develop and implement effective cleaning and sanitization plans for all areas of the hotel/restaurant.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure that all standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained.
• Train new staff members on proper cleaning techniques, safety procedures, and the use of cleaning equipment.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment, placing orders as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and food hygiene regulations.
• Address guest or staff concerns regarding sanitation promptly and professionally.
• Maintain records of cleaning schedules, inspections, and staff performance.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment for the sanitation team.
• Contribute to the overall operational excellence of our client's facilities in **Welkom, Free State**.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within the hospitality cleaning or sanitation sector.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and best practices in hygiene management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to train and motivate a team effectively.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations in a hospitality context.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.
• Must be based in or able to commute reliably to **Welkom, Free State**.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Opportunities for advancement within the hospitality industry.
• Comprehensive training on hygiene standards and team leadership.
• Staff discounts and other hospitality-specific perks.
• A dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
• Direct impact on guest satisfaction and safety in **Free State**.