Kitchen Cleaner

Brand: 13’03 Gourmet
Location: Gbagada, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite
Work Schedule: 6 days per week
Department: Kitchen and Operations
Reports To: Head Chef

About 13’03 Gourmet

13’03 Gourmet is a premium food brand committed to quality, excellent presentation, and high standards of food preparation and customer experience. Maintaining a clean, hygienic, and organised kitchen is essential to protecting the quality of our products and upholding the standards expected of a premium food business.

We are seeking a diligent, reliable, and detail-oriented Kitchen Cleaner to maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and hygiene across our kitchen and designated work areas.

Role Purpose

The Kitchen Cleaner will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment, ensuring that workstations, floors, utensils, equipment, storage areas, and other designated spaces are cleaned regularly and appropriately. The successful candidate must understand the importance of hygiene in food production and consistently follow established cleaning procedures and food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Kitchen Cleaning and Sanitation

• Clean and sanitise kitchen floors, walls, work surfaces, sinks, preparation areas, and other designated spaces.
• Sweep, mop, scrub, and remove grease, food residue, spills, and other dirt promptly.
• Clean kitchen equipment, utensils, trays, pots, containers, and other items as directed, using appropriate cleaning methods.
• Maintain the cleanliness of drains, waste disposal points, and other designated areas.
• Ensure that cleaning is carried out before, during, and after kitchen production activities as required.

2. Food Safety and Hygiene

• Follow the Company’s food safety, sanitation, and hygiene procedures at all times.
• Use cleaning chemicals and disinfectants correctly and safely, following instructions for dilution, application, and storage.
• Keep cleaning materials separate from food ingredients, packaging, and food preparation equipment.
• Prevent cross-contamination by using appropriate cleaning tools and methods for different areas.
• Maintain high personal hygiene standards and wear the required protective clothing.
• Immediately clean spills and report conditions that could create contamination or safety risks.

3. Waste Management

• Collect, separate where required, and dispose of kitchen waste appropriately.
• Empty bins regularly, clean waste containers, and ensure designated waste areas remain hygienic.
• Replace bin liners and ensure waste does not accumulate or attract pests.
• Report pest sightings, unusual odours, blocked drains, or waste disposal problems promptly.

4. Cleaning Supplies and Equipment

• Use cleaning equipment and supplies responsibly and ensure they are stored properly after use.
• Monitor cleaning materials and report low stock before supplies run out.
• Avoid wastage, misuse, or unauthorised removal of company supplies.
• Report damaged cleaning equipment, faulty fixtures, leaks, or other maintenance concerns.

5. Workplace Safety and Team Support

• Follow workplace health and safety procedures when cleaning and handling chemicals.
• Use warning signs where necessary to prevent slips and other accidents.
• Keep walkways, entrances, and kitchen access points clear of obstructions.
• Cooperate with chefs, kitchen assistants, and other team members to maintain an orderly working environment.
• Carry out reasonable cleaning and housekeeping duties assigned by the supervisor.
• Report any hygiene concerns or unsafe conditions immediately.

Requirements and Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Previous experience as a kitchen cleaner, commercial cleaner, steward, or in a similar cleaning role.
• Experience in a bakery, restaurant, hotel, catering business, or food production environment is a strong advantage.
• Basic understanding of kitchen hygiene, sanitation, and safe cleaning practices.
• Ability to use cleaning materials and equipment appropriately.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to identify areas requiring additional cleaning.
• Physical ability to perform routine cleaning duties, including standing for extended periods, bending, lifting reasonable loads, and working in a busy kitchen environment.
• Good time management and the ability to complete assigned tasks within required timeframes.
• Honesty, punctuality, reliability, discipline, and willingness to follow instructions.
• Ability to work cooperatively with kitchen staff and supervisors.
• Must be willing to work fully onsite in Gbagada, Lagos.
• Applicants residing in Gbagada or nearby areas are preferred.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time, fully onsite position at 13’03 Gourmet in Gbagada, Lagos. The successful candidate will work six days per week according to the approved duty roster and operational requirements.

The role requires flexibility to support kitchen activities and maintain hygiene standards during busy production periods. The employee must comply with the Company’s staff handbook, food safety procedures, health and safety requirements, and other applicable workplace policies.

Application Requirements

Interested applicants should submit an updated CV and provide their current residential location. Applications should include details of relevant cleaning experience, particularly experience in a commercial kitchen, bakery, restaurant, hotel, or food production environment.

Only candidates who meet the requirements and demonstrate the reliability, discipline, and hygiene awareness needed for a premium food business will be shortlisted.

At 13’03 Gourmet, cleanliness is an essential part of product quality. We are looking for a dependable individual who takes pride in maintaining a spotless, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment.

Pay: From ₦80,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person