Commercial Kitchen Cleaner

The Core Purpose of the Ottawa Mission is to reflect Jesus' love in serving the homeless, the hungry, and the lost.

Our Mission is to provide food, shelter, clothing and skills, and offer healing, faith and hope for building a wholesome life

Vision & Values

Our Vision is that all the hurting, hungry and lost in Ottawa find HOPE, HEALING & HOME

Our Values are Acceptance, Respect, Compassion, Integrity and Independence

Position Purpose

Reporting to the Manager, the Commercial Kitchen Cleaner (Cleaner) is responsible for ensuring the kitchen is properly and thoroughly cleaned without interrupting the daily routine. This includes, but is not limited to cleaning, sanitizing and descaling all kitchen equipment. They utilize sanitary conditions which prevent the spread of infection and odors.

The Cleaner is responsible for thoroughly cleaning, sanitizing, and descaling the Mission Mobile Meals Food Trucks or Catering Vehicles when assigned.

Major Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a cleaning schedule (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.) for both commercial kitchens and the Catering Vehicles

• Clean, degrease and polish commercial kitchen equipment including: deep fryers, ovens, ranges, flat top grills, char grills, steamers, and other kitchen equipment

• Clean, degrease and polish stainless steel equipment throughout the kitchen including hoods, backsplashes, and trim

• Clean, disinfect and polish stainless steel food prep areas

• Clean and degrease tile flooring using recommended chemicals and equipment

• Change foil linings of Stovetops

• Disinfect prep surfaces

• Wipe down and clean grill, range, flattop, Deep fryer, Steamer, Tilt skillet, Soup Kettle and other equipment

• Clean & Disinfect Hobart, Microwave

• Wipe down walls

• Sweep & Mop floors

• Sweep & Mop dry storage area

• Clean & disinfect under counter storage areas

• Disinfect waste disposal area to prevent pests and the spread of bacteria

• Wash & disinfect the exterior and interior of each Garbage, Recycling, & Compost bins

• Run hood filters through the dishwasher

• Wash and sanitize walk-ins

• Clean ovens, including the walls, sides, and racks

• Clean coffee machine

• Wash walls and ceiling to remove grease buildup

• Wash behind hot line to prevent clogs

• Clean & Descale the steam table

• Clean and sanitize freezers

• Wash vent hoods

• Clean Kitchen Washrooms

• Use drain cleaners in floor drains

• Maintain all equipment and supplies according to Company policies

• Ordering and replenishing cleaning supplies as necessary

Other Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent

Experience:

• 3 - 4 year's prior experience working in a commercial kitchen environment is highly preferred

Qualifications:

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work in a very fast paced environment
• Must be a self-starter with a sense of urgency
• Must be punctual, responsible, respectful and hard-working
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work 5:00 pm until 1:00 am

Working Conditions:

• Physically demanding involving frequent lifting, bending, and standing
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Pushes, pulls, lifts, cleaning equipment and supplies
• May stand on small stepladder to reach high places
• Subject to heavy dust, housekeeping, and disinfecting solutions
• Must be comfortable working in a challenging environment that has the potential for confrontation and/or exposure to violence

Thank you for your interest in working for The Ottawa Mission. Due to the volume of resumés we receive, only those chosen for interview will be contacted.

ACCOMMODATION IS AVAILABLE, UPON REQUEST, FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WITH DISABILITIES

The Ottawa Mission is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $21.11 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Wellness program

Application question(s):

• How many years of commercial kitchen cleaning experience do you have?
• Are you able to work Friday and Saturday 5pm until 1am?

Work Location: In person