Commercial Kitchen Cleaning Specialist - Nelspruit

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contractor rates

Flexible hybrid schedule

Equipment provided

Training on new techniques and safety

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Commercial Kitchen Cleaning Specialist to service the Nelspruit area, ensuring high hygiene standards in restaurants, hotels, and caterers. The role focuses on deep cleaning equipment, degreasing exhaust systems, grease trap maintenance, and rigorous adherence to health and safety regulations.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in commercial kitchen environments, can operate pressure washers and steam cleaners, and is reliable with strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in commercial kitchen cleaning or related hospitality hygiene services
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and cleaning best practices
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in food service environments
• Experience with grease trap maintenance and ventilation cleaning is a strong asset
• Ability to operate heavy-duty cleaning equipment like pressure washers

Responsibilities

• Deep clean all commercial kitchen equipment (ovens, fryers, grills, refrigeration)
• Clean and degrease exhaust hoods, filters, and ventilation systems
• Service and clean grease traps and plumbing in kitchens
• Sanitize floors, walls, ceilings, and surfaces in kitchens
• Ensure compliance with HACCP and health regulations
• Operate pressure washers and steam cleaners
• Maintain cleaning schedules and provide service reports
• Manage cleaning supplies and chemicals safely
• Respond to urgent cleaning requests or emergencies
• Provide professional customer service to clients in Nelspruit

Skills

Grease trap cleaning

Kitchen cleaning

Health & safety

Ventilation cleaning

Pressure washers

Steam cleaners

Manual labor

Tools

Pressure washers

Steam cleaners

Ventilation systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialized hygiene services provider for the hospitality industry, is seeking a Commercial Kitchen Cleaning Specialist for the **Nelspruit, Mpumalanga** area. This role is critical for ensuring that commercial kitchens in restaurants, hotels, and catering facilities meet stringent health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of grease trap cleaning, deep cleaning of cooking equipment, ventilation systems, and overall kitchen hygiene. We are looking for a motivated and reliable professional with hands-on experience in commercial kitchen environments. Your work will directly contribute to the operational efficiency and safety of food service establishments across **Nelspruit**. This is an excellent opportunity for someone experienced in specialized cleaning to work with a leading provider in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform deep cleaning of all commercial kitchen equipment, including ovens, fryers, grills, and refrigeration units.
• Clean and degrease exhaust hoods, filters, and ventilation systems.
• Service and clean grease traps and plumbing systems within kitchen areas.
• Sanitize floors, walls, ceilings, and surfaces in commercial kitchens.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and food hygiene regulations (e.g., HACCP).
• Operate specialized cleaning equipment such as pressure washers and steam cleaners.
• Maintain cleaning schedules and provide regular service reports to clients.
• Manage cleaning supplies and chemicals safely and efficiently.
• Respond to urgent cleaning requests or emergencies as needed.
• Uphold a professional image and provide excellent customer service to clients in **Nelspruit**.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience specifically in commercial kitchen cleaning or related hospitality hygiene services.
• Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and cleaning best practices.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations applicable to food service environments.
• Experience with grease trap maintenance and ventilation cleaning is a strong asset.
• Ability to operate pressure washers and other heavy-duty cleaning equipment.
• Good physical condition and ability to perform manual labor.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high standards.
• Reliable and punctual with good time management skills.
• Must possess valid South African identification.
• Willingness to travel to various client sites within the **Nelspruit** and surrounding areas.

Benefits

• Competitive contractor rates based on experience and services rendered.
• Flexible working schedule with hybrid options available.
• Opportunities to work with a diverse range of reputable clients in the hospitality sector.
• Provision of specialized cleaning equipment and products.
• Training on new techniques and safety protocols.
• Supportive management and clear communication channels.