Cleaner needed

Café Cleaner Job Description

Job Overview

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Café Cleaner to maintain a spotless, hygienic, and welcoming environment for our guests and staff. In this role, you will ensure that the dining area, kitchen, and restrooms meet strict food safety and cleanliness standards.

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Job Type

[Full-Time / Part-Time / Shift-based]

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Hours

[e.g., Early morning 6:00 AM – 10am or Evening 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM]

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Reports To

Café Manager / Shift Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

Dining & Front-of-House Areas

• Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming all floors and mats.
• Dusting and wiping down tables, chairs, counters, and decorative fixtures.
• Cleaning glass windows, doors, and mirrors to ensure they are smudge-free.
• Emptying front-of-house trash cans and replacing liners.

Kitchen & Back-of-House Areas

• Deep cleaning kitchen floors, walls, and hard-to-reach areas.
• Emptying and sanitizing heavy-duty kitchen trash and recycling bins.
• Assisting with cleaning large appliances (e.g., exterior of espresso machines, refrigerators, and ovens) as needed.
• Disposing of grease and food waste according to local health regulations.

Restrooms

• Thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting toilets, sinks, and countertops.
• Restocking essential supplies including toilet paper, paper towels, and hand soap.
• Polishing mirrors and emptying sanitary bins.

Inventory & Safety

• Monitoring cleaning supply levels and notifying management when reorders are needed.
• Storing chemicals and cleaning equipment safely and correctly.
• Following all health and safety guidelines, including using "Wet Floor" signs when necessary.

Skills and Qualifications

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Experience

Proven experience as a cleaner, custodian, or housekeeper (experience in a restaurant or café environment is a plus).

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Knowledge

Familiarity with sanitation regulations, food safety basics, and the safe handling of industrial cleaning chemicals.

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Physical Stamina

Ability to stand, bend, reach, and lift up to [e.g., 15kg/30lbs] frequently during a shift.

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Traits

Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.

To help me tailor this job description perfectly for your needs, could you tell me

• What are the specific working hours or shifts (e.g., before opening or after closing)?
• Is there any specialized equipment they need to operate (like a floor buffer or industrial dishwasher)?
• What perks or benefits (free coffee/meals)