Kitchen Porter
Description
  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation throughout the commissary kitchen, café, and common areas.
  • Clean and maintain grease traps according to established schedules.
  • Clean air vents, exhaust hoods, and ventilation systems to ensure a safe and sanitary work environment.
  • Perform deep cleaning projects throughout the commissary kitchen and café.
  • Clean and sanitize employee and public restrooms.
  • Clean and maintain employee locker rooms and lockers.
  • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and appliances, including ovens, stoves, grills, fryers, shelving, and food preparation equipment.
  • Sweep, mop, scrub, and maintain floors using appropriate equipment and cleaning solutions.
  • Empty trash, recycling, and food waste containers and transport waste to designated disposal areas.
  • Maintain cleanliness of loading docks, storage areas, hallways, and exterior entrances as assigned.
  • Assist with moving equipment, supplies, and furniture for cleaning or operational needs.
  • Restock cleaning supplies and notify the Facilities Manager when inventory is low.
  • Identify and report maintenance issues, damaged equipment, or safety hazards promptly.
  • Follow all company safety procedures and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Maintain sanitation standards in compliance with Butterfield Market policies and New York City Department of Health food safety regulations.
  • Support additional facilities, sanitation, and maintenance projects as assigned.
Requirements

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Previous porter, janitorial, custodial, sanitation, or commercial kitchen cleaning experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of proper cleaning methods, sanitation practices, and safe chemical handling preferred.
  • Ability to work independently while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as business needs require.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds or more on a regular basis.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach for extended periods throughout the workday.
  • Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment and tools.
  • Ability to work in hot, cold, wet, humid, and noisy environments typical of a commercial kitchen.
  • Ability to climb ladders or step stools when necessary.
  • Manual dexterity to safely use cleaning equipment, chemicals, and supplies.





Salary Description
$18/hr