Sanitation Associate

Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are.

In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved.

Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We’re eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef’s offerings.

 

Core and Tempo Sanitation Associate schedules are identified below.  Sanitation Associates are hired into one (1) of the schedules. 

• 1st Shift - 7:00am - 3:30pm - Days Off: Tuesday and Saturday
• 1st Shift - 6:30am - 3:30pm - Days Off: Friday and Saturday 
• 1st Shift - 6:30am - 3:30pm - Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
• 2nd Shift - 3:30pm - 12:00am - Days Off: Friday and Saturday 
• 2nd Shift - 3:30pm - 12:00am - Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
• 2nd Shift - 3:30pm - 12:00am - Days Off: Monday and Saturday 
• 2nd Shift - Sunday (3:15pm - 11:45pm), Wednesday - Friday (5pm - 1:30am), Saturday (3:15pm - 11:45pm) - Days Off: Monday and Tuesday 
• 2nd Shift - Sunday (3:30pm - 12:00am), Wednesday (5:00pm - 1:30am), Thursday (3:30pm - 12:00am), Friday (5:00pm - 1:30am), Saturday (5:00pm- 1:30am) - Days Off: Monday and Tuesday 

Specific shift & days off availability varies based on company need. 

The Sanitation Associate is responsible for all activities involved in maintaining the cleanliness and food safe environment in the food processing facility. The Sanitation Associate is expected to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment at all times, maintain janitorial equipment in a clean, organized and safe manner at all times, and follow all health and safety regulations.

Detailed Responsibilities

General Cleaning

• Empty all trash cans and replace liners, clean, and sanitize receptacles on a daily basis 
• Clean floors by sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing them with floor scrubber 
• Clean and wipe down racks
• Clean metal tables and sanitize on a daily basis
• Re-stock vinyl gloves in all sizes in designated areas
• Check for leaks, drips, and condensation

Equipment Cleaning

• Clean all food manufacturing machinery according to SSOPs
• Clean and sanitize hand wash sinks and three department sinks
• Wash dishes and utensils as necessary 
• Use proper PPE while performing cleaning task
• Follow Lock Out Tag Out procedures according to policy when applicable 

General Responsibilities 

• Follow the facility GMPs and help enforce them throughout the facility
• Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs

This position requires 0% travel.

Attitude and Attendance

• Arrives to work at scheduled time and follows time off request procedure
• Communicates with co-workers in a professional manner
• Treats co-workers with respect at all times
• Escalates attitude issues among janitors to FSQA Manager
• Uses teamwork with working with production throughout the day

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• Fluency in Spanish and English is preferred
• 2+ years of experience working in the food industry
• General high school degree, or equivalent, (e.g. GED). High school diploma is preferred

 

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Perks and Benefits

• Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order!
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available
• Paid holida