**Overview** **Position Overview** As a **Lead Kitchen Cleaner** , you will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation in all kitchen and food preparation areas. You will lead a team of kitchen cleaning staff, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while supporting the overall efficiency of kitchen operations. This role is essential to creating a safe, hygienic, and organized environment for culinary teams and staff. **Key Responsibilities** + Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the kitchen cleaning team. + Ensure all kitchen areas, including floors, equipment, storage, and food prep surfaces, are cleaned and sanitized according to health and safety standards. + Monitor cleaning schedules and assign tasks to ensure timely and thorough completion. + Train and mentor cleaning staff on proper sanitation procedures, chemical handling, and equipment use. + Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations. + Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment; coordinate restocking as needed. + Collaborate with kitchen leadership to support smooth operations during peak service times and special events. + Report maintenance issues or safety hazards to the appropriate departments. **Basic Qualifications** + High school diploma or GED. + 3+ years of experience in commercial kitchen cleaning or janitorial services, including 1+ year in a leadership role. + Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards (e.g., HACCP, ServSafe). + Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. **Preferred Skills and Experience** + Experience in high-volume or institutional food service environments. + Strong leadership and communication skills. + Familiarity with industrial cleaning equipment and chemical safety protocols. + Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus. **Physical Requirements** + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks. + Comfortable working in hot, humid, and fast-paced kitchen environments. + Ability to stand, bend, and move for extended periods. **What We Offer** + Competitive pay and benefits. + Opportunities for advancement and professional development. + A mission-driven, team-oriented work environment. + Access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. REQNUMBER: 124920 ABM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer qualified applicants without regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888-328-8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.