KITCHEN CLEANER

Posted: 31-Mar-26

Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan

Categories: Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 273161

A resume is required to be considered for this position.  Applications submitted without a resume will not be considered.

• Wash pot and pans, includes operating three-compartment sink, Power Soak, and rack washer. Record water temperature and sanitizing pH levels accurately in log as assigned.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors, clean hand wash sinks, floor drains, floor mats, and various kitchen equipment (i.e. kettles, hoods, ovens, steamers, etc.).
• Empty and remove garbage in a timely manner, and clean garbage containers as needed.
• Assist with warewash area if needed.
• Clean assigned areas per Master Cleaning schedule, record duties in log, and complete additional tasks as assigned.
• Be flexible with work schedules, job tasks, and job changes. This includes but is not limited to working holidays and picking up additional duties when a coworker is absent.
• Keep work equipment cleaned and sanitized as assigned, including maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Complete special project cleaning duties as assigned.
• Be able to multitask and work at a fast pace.

One year experience cleaning in an institutional setting

• Experience cleaning and operating institutional cleaning equipment including, but not limited to, a rack washer, three-compartment sink, Power Soak equipment, and/or other.
• Experience performing physical job tasks safely.  This includes but is not limited to lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, reaching, standing (up to 8 hours), and pushing and pulling up to 35 pounds.
• Excellent communication skills:  ability to read English with comprehension, listen effectively, speak and write clearly, and accurately follow written instructions, including job routines, directions, and precautions on chemical product labels.

Ability to perform excellent customer service.  This includes but is not limited to demonstrating respect for coworkers, working effectively on a team, as well as working independently with minimal guidance.

• Ability to multitask and work at a fast pace.
• Ability to be flexible with work schedules, job tasks, and job changes.

This position offers a variety of shift options, with multiple schedules. Candidates can discuss preferred shifts and availability during the interview process

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the AFSCME union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.