Sanitation Associate

About the role

Home Chef is seeking a dedicated Sanitation Associate to maintain a clean and safe environment at our food processing facility. You will perform essential cleaning and sanitization tasks to ensure our production areas meet strict food safety standards.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Clean and sanitize food manufacturing machinery, metal tables, racks, and production utensils.
• Maintain facility floors by sweeping, mopping, and utilizing floor scrubbers.
• Manage waste disposal by emptying trash, cleaning receptacles, and sanitizing garbage gondolas daily.
• Monitor and restock essential supplies including vinyl gloves and cleaning chemicals.
• Ensure proper sanitation levels by testing solutions with Hydrion strips.
• Remove ice accumulation in freezers and address leaks or condensation throughout the facility.
• Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices and support SQF quality programs.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the food industry.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment at all times.
• Professional communication skills and a commitment to teamwork.

Nice to have

• Proficiency in both English and Spanish.

Skills & tools

• Industrial cleaning chemicals and mixing procedures.
• Floor scrubbing equipment.
• Hydrion test strips.
• Food safety and sanitation protocols.

Practical notes

• This role requires 0% travel.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401k program, paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and flexible spending accounts.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities during the application process or for essential job functions by contacting hr@homechef.com.