Porter/opener

The hiring establishment is a well-regarded restaurant facility that values maintaining a clean, efficient, and safe environment for guests and staff alike. Known for its commitment to quality and hospitality, the restaurant emphasizes teamwork, respect, and consistent service excellence. The company offers a fulltime opportunity geared toward individuals who possess advanced handyman skills across various maintenance fields including plumbing, carpentry, and general equipment upkeep. This fulltime position operates on a daytime schedule from 6am to 2pm, ideal for candidates who may be semi-retired or seeking steady, engaging work during the day.

The role of Porter/Facilities Maintainer is a vital one within the establishment, demanding a professional who is familiar with a wide array of facility upkeep tasks. The successful candidate will be proficient with hand tools and possess a background in basic mechanics, plumbing (residential and commercial), carpentry, and general handyman duties. Scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks form the core responsibilities of the role. These duties encompass repairing minor leaks, tile repair, maintaining equipment, and overall cleanliness and safety of the facility. The position requires a proactive approach, with many duties needing to be performed timely and accurately to ensure the restaurant continues to operate smoothly and uphold its high standards.

This position also supports the restaurant’s hospitality mission by consistently providing excellent guest service and maintaining a neat and professional appearance in uniform. Employees are expected to demonstrate excellent personal hygiene and observe food safety practices at all times. The role demands an individual who is dependable, safety-conscious, and able to collaborate effectively with managers, the rest of the team, and guests. Communication, flexibility, and responsiveness are essential for success, particularly in responding to tasks requested by the manager on duty. Employees in this role attend team meetings and actively contribute to creating a safe, supportive work environment.

The Porter/Facilities Maintainer position offers an initial pay rate based on experience, with uniform and tools provided to simplify onboarding. The company enforces a strong attendance policy, places great emphasis on respectful conduct among team members, and expects commitment to the company’s safety standards at all times. Physical demands include standing and walking constantly, occasional crouching or squatting, and routinely lifting various weights up to 100 pounds. This indicates that the role requires stamina and physical capability.

In addition to the workday schedule and operational scope, this role is suited for individuals who excel in communication, change management, decision-making, innovation, planning, cooperation, quality of work, and accountability. These performance success factors reflect the company’s culture of continuous improvement and teamwork. The role is structured as an 8-hour day shift which supports a balanced lifestyle. Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, employee discount, paid training, and other benefits, reinforcing the company’s dedication to employee well-being and development in a supportive workplace environment.