Specialized Cleaning Technician - Food Service Facilities

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive training on food safety

High-quality cleaning equipment

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, South Africa, seeks a Specialized Cleaning Technician to uphold hygiene and food-safety standards in commercial kitchens. You will deep clean, sanitize, and maintain equipment critical to food safety, working in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires in-depth knowledge of HACCP principles, experience with cleaning chemicals and equipment, and the ability to follow strict procedures.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience cleaning specialized environments, especially food service or kitchens.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations (HACCP principles).
• Proficiency using commercial kitchen cleaning equipment and chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Perform deep cleaning and sanitization of commercial kitchens and equipment.
• Maintain food processing equipment to meet health and safety standards.
• Implement detailed cleaning schedules and procedures for food service environments.
• Manage safe handling and disposal of food waste and cleaning chemicals.
• Conduct inspections to identify hygiene risks and address them.

Skills

Food safety HACCP

Kitchen cleaning equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Specialized Cleaning Technician with expertise in maintaining hygiene standards within food service facilities in Polokwane . This role is paramount in ensuring compliance with stringent health regulations and upholding the safety and quality of food preparation environments. You will be responsible for deep cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining specialized equipment critical to food safety. We are looking for an individual with a meticulous approach, a strong understanding of food hygiene protocols, and the ability to work effectively in a demanding, fast-paced setting. This position offers a stable career opportunity within a critical sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform deep cleaning and sanitization of commercial kitchens, including ovens, grills, fryers, and refrigeration units.
• Clean and maintain food processing equipment, ensuring it meets all health and safety standards.
• Implement detailed cleaning schedules and procedures specific to food service environments.
• Manage the safe handling and disposal of food waste and cleaning chemicals.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify and address potential hygiene risks.
• Operate specialized cleaning machinery and tools required for food service sanitation.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in cleaning specialized environments , particularly food service or kitchens.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP principles).
• Proficiency in using commercial kitchen cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Ability to work independently and adhere to strict timelines and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining exceptional hygiene standards.
• Physical ability to perform demanding cleaning tasks in a commercial kitchen setting in Polokwane .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive training on food safety and specialized cleaning techniques.
• Access to high-quality cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Opportunity to work in a vital industry ensuring public health and safety.
• Stable employment with a company committed to high operational standards.