Supervisor - Commercial Kitchen Cleaning

Koa Maintenance & Cleaning; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Prismhr Hire is seeking an experienced Kitchen Sanitation Supervisor to oversee commercial kitchen cleaning operations across multiple locations in the Honolulu area. This hands-on leadership role involves supervising and training teams, scheduling, maintaining supplies and equipment, and ensuring safety, quality, and contract compliance.

Required is at least two years of supervisory or facilities-management experience in commercial cleaning and at least two years in commercial kitchen cleaning,

Qualifications

• Two years of supervisory or facilities-management experience in commercial cleaning/janitorial.
• Two years of commercial kitchen cleaning experience.
• Experience managing employees and operations across multiple locations.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Basic computer skills including email and electronic records.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support kitchen cleaning crews across multiple locations.
• Schedule, train, coach, and motivate team members to meet performance expectations.
• Ensure all cleaning services are completed safely and contract-specifically.
• Conduct daily walkthroughs and quality-control inspections with team members.
• Inspect maintenance closets, equipment, and supplies for cleanliness, organization, and safety.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients, team members, and management.
• Respond promptly to cleaning requests via email or phone.
• Attend client meetings, training sessions, and facility walkthroughs.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate ordering of supplies/equipment.
• Maintain reports, records, and operational documentation.
• Identify and implement improvements to procedures and workflow.
• Coordinate and complete special projects as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Team coaching

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Problem solving

Email/records management

Driver's license

Job description

Supervisor – Commercial Kitchen Cleaning

Full-Time | $26.00 per hour

We are seeking an experienced Kitchen Sanitation Supervisor to oversee commercial kitchen cleaning operations across multiple locations. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for supervising and training team members, coordinating schedules, maintaining supplies and equipment, and ensuring all work meets contractual, safety, and quality standards.

Previous supervisory experience in commercial kitchen cleaning is required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and support kitchen cleaning crews across multiple locations.
• Schedule, train, coach, and motivate team members to meet performance expectations.
• Ensure all cleaning services are completed safely, efficiently, and according to contract specifications.
• Conduct daily walkthroughs and quality-control inspections with team members.
• Inspect maintenance closets, equipment, and supplies for cleanliness, organization, and safety.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with clients, team members, and management.
• Respond promptly to cleaning requests received by email or telephone.
• Attend client meetings, training sessions, and facility walkthroughs.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate the ordering of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Maintain required reports, records, and operational documentation.
• Identify and implement improvements to procedures, workflow, and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate and complete special projects as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Qualifications

• At least two years of supervisory or facilities-management experience in the commercial cleaning or janitorial industry.
• At least two years of commercial kitchen cleaning experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing employees and operations across multiple locations.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to communicate by email and maintain electronic records.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and changing work environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required

Physical and Scheduling Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform the physical duties associated with commercial kitchen cleaning and facility inspections.
• Availability to work graveyard shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as operationally required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 per hour

Shift: Graveyard shift 10pm – 6:30am

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.