SANITATION/PORTER

This position is with a retail grocery store dedicated to maintaining a clean and safe shopping environment for all customers and staff. The company prides itself on upholding the highest standards of hygiene aligned with health department regulations, ensuring that every area of the store from the front entrance to the interiors is meticulously maintained. The establishment emphasizes the importance of teamwork, integrity, respect, honesty, inclusion, diversity, and safety as its core values, creating a positive, inclusive atmosphere that benefits employees and customers alike.

The role involves the critical responsibility of maintaining safe and sanitary conditions throughout the store, adhering closely to both company and health department standards. This covers the cleaning and upkeep of the public restrooms, floors, walls, vents, ceilings, and refrigerated cases. Beyond routine cleaning, the role also requires minor repairs and maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, handling equipment cleaning supplies, and managing snow removal from entrances and sidewalks to ensure customer safety. The position is integral in practicing and promoting safe food handling procedures, which is essential in the grocery environment to prevent contamination and health risks.

Customer service is embedded within the duties, requiring effective communication with store associates and customers to provide assistance, support, and a welcoming shopping experience. The role also involves managing conflicts reasonably and respectfully, as well as delivering support to individuals requiring additional assistance including minors, older adults, and individuals with special needs. To perform effectively, the candidate must be able to read and understand technical manuals, apply basic math functions, complete forms accurately, and retain safety awareness at all times.

This position demands an individual who can thrive in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful retail environment while remaining cooperative, honest, and attentive to detail. Physical ability to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation is required, ensuring inclusivity for all capable candidates. Although a high school diploma or GED and prior related work experience are desired, the company focuses heavily on the development of customer service skills and safety practices within its team members. Overall, this position is well-suited for those interested in contributing significantly to a clean, safe, and enjoyable retail grocery store environment, fostering community well-being and customer satisfaction through diligent maintenance and service excellence.