Utility Heavy Cleaner

Cowlitz Indian Tribe; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Cowlitz Indian Tribe is seeking an entry-level Utility Heavy Cleaner to support restaurant staff by performing deep cleaning of Food and Beverage areas when the outlet is closed. The role emphasizes safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities include moving equipment, washing filters, sanitizing surfaces, cleaning floors and refrigeration, operating the dishwasher, and maintaining cleaning gear. Physical stamina and compliance with health rules are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills to foster a supportive team.
• Able to stand long periods and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Finger dexterity to use small tools.
• Complete tasks with minimal oversight.
• Follow instructions and communicate professionally.
• Valid food service card.
• Willing to work in a smoking environment.
• Willing to adhere to health and safety measures.

Responsibilities

• Promotes superior guest service.
• Maintains a positive culture per Spirit of Talícn and ilani values.
• Move equipment to detail and clean underneath.
• Removes filters from vent hoods and washes them.
• Cleans, sanitizes and polishes food contact surfaces.
• Cleans floors and refrigeration units.
• Operate the dishwasher and check items for cleanliness.
• Proactively maintain all dishwashing and cleaning equipment.
• Clean the garbage area and sort/remove trash.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Stamina

Lifting 50 lbs

Dexterity

Communication

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AND EXPERIENCE ENDLESS CAREER POSSIBILITIES

Pledge for Success:

We are dedicated in hiring outstanding individuals who share in our commitment and passion in serving our guests. Ambition, dedication, attention to detail, and a warm smile are all winning characteristics that lead to the spirit of who we are.

Position Summary:

The Utility Heavy Cleaner is an entry-level position that provides important support to restaurant staff. The Utility Heavy Cleaner maintains high standards for cleanliness by focusing on deep cleaning Food and Beverage areas while the outlet is closed.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Promotes superior guest service.
• Maintains, and perpetuates a positive organizational culture according to the principles of the Spirit of Tâlícn and the Core Values of ilani.
• Moves cooking equipment away from walls to detail the equipment and clean underneath.
• Removes filters from vent hoods and washes them.
• Cleans, sanitizes and where applicable, polishes all food contact surfaces.
• Cleans floors and refrigeration units.
• Operate the dishwasher and check all items for cleanliness.
• Proactively maintain all dishwashing and other cleaning equipment.
• Clean the garbage area; and sort and remove trash.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to foster a supportive and enabling team environment.
• Must stand for long periods of time and multi-task in a fast- paced environment while performing physical activities that require moderate strength including standing, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, and handling of materials.
• Must have the ability to lift pots, pans, and move kitchen equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must possess finger dexterity to use small tools adeptly.
• Must be able to complete assigned tasks with minimal oversite.
• Must follow instructions carefully and be able to communicate professionally.
• Must possess a valid food service card.
• Must be willing to work in a smoking environment.
• Must be willing to adhere to company health and safety measures.

Work Shift:

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