Retail Store Cleaning Supervisor

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Training and development

Employee discounts

Cleaning supplies provided

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Retail Store Cleaning Supervisor for a prominent retail chain in Paarl, Western Cape. Lead a small cleaning team, develop schedules, and ensure spotless store areas to uphold brand image and customer satisfaction. Flexible hours, weekends may be required.

You will inspect standards, train staff, manage supplies, and maintain health and safety compliance, delivering a pristine shopping environment for customers and a safe workspace for staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory cleaning or retail operations role.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, supplies, and equipment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Commitment to high cleanliness standards.
• Flexible working hours including weekends.
• Basic health and safety understanding.
• Reliable, punctual, professional demeanor.
• Ability to manage small cleaning team.
• Residency or reliable commuting to Paarl.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of the store cleaning team.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules for all store areas.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure standards.
• Train cleaning staff on procedures and safety.
• Manage inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Address cleaning-related issues or customer complaints.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain safe working environment.
• Report on team performance and needs.
• Contribute to a professional store atmosphere through cleanliness in Paarl.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Health & safety awareness

Reliability

Independent motivation

Tools

Cleaning equipment knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent retail chain, is seeking an organized and dependable Retail Store Cleaning Supervisor to oversee the cleanliness and presentation of their store in Paarl, Western Cape . This role is crucial for creating a welcoming and hygienic shopping environment for customers and a clean, safe workspace for staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a small cleaning team, developing cleaning schedules, conducting quality checks, and ensuring all areas of the store, including sales floors, restrooms, stockrooms, and back offices, are maintained to the highest standards. You will play a key role in upholding the brand image through impeccable store upkeep. We are looking for a proactive individual with strong leadership qualities and a keen eye for detail, dedicated to ensuring customer satisfaction through a pristine retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the daily activities of the store cleaning team.
• Develop and implement effective cleaning schedules for all store areas, adapting to operational needs.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure cleaning standards are met and identify areas requiring attention.
• Train new cleaning staff on procedures, safety protocols, and the use of cleaning equipment.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock and proper storage.
• Address any cleaning-related issues or customer complaints promptly and efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations within the retail environment.
• Maintain a safe working environment for both cleaning staff and store customers.
• Report on team performance, supply needs, and any maintenance issues to store management.
• Contribute to a positive and professional store atmosphere through exceptional cleanliness in Paarl, Western Cape .

Requirements

• Previous experience in a supervisory role, preferably in cleaning or retail operations.
• Demonstrable knowledge of cleaning techniques, supplies, and equipment suitable for retail environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to high standards of cleanliness.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends, as required by store operations.
• Basic understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and have a professional demeanor.
• Ability to work independently and motivate a team.
• Physical ability to perform some cleaning tasks and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Residency or ability to commute reliably to Paarl, Western Cape .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to work with a leading retail brand in a key supervisory role.
• Training and development opportunities within the company.
• A dynamic and customer-focused work environment.
• Provision of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Employee discounts on store merchandise.