Cleaning Specialist-Popcorn Production

Position Summary:

Lee’s Marketplace is a family-owned grocery chain committed to providing an enjoyable shopping experience for our guests. We pride ourselves on offering high-quality products, exceptional service, and a friendly, welcoming environment. We value our team members and treat them like family, and we strive to make a positive impact in the communities in which we serve.

The Cleaning Specialist (Janitorial Support) is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment throughout the store. This role ensures that all areas—including restrooms, entryways, floors, break rooms, guest seating areas, and high-touch surfaces—are cleaned regularly and meet sanitation standards. The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, and takes pride in creating a clean, comfortable shopping and working environment for guests and team members.

Primary Position Duties:

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine cleaning of store areas including restrooms, floors, entryways, break rooms, offices, and windows.

• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors throughout the store.

• Empty and sanitize trash and recycling receptacles in all departments and common areas.

• Refill restroom supplies such as toilet paper, paper towels, soap, and sanitizer.

• Clean and disinfect high-touch areas frequently (e.g., door handles, carts, handrails, counters, guest seating areas, etc.).

• Maintain cleanliness of exterior areas including sidewalks, entryways, and cart corrals.

• Respond promptly to spills, messes, or clean-up needs reported by staff or guests.

• Follow proper safety and sanitation procedures, including the use of cleaning chemicals and protective equipment.

• Report maintenance needs, hazards, or supply shortages to management.

Guest Service:

• Greet and assist guests in a friendly and courteous manner.

• Provide knowledgeable answers to guest inquiries.

• Promote and exemplify a high level of morale within the store, utilizing friendly but professional methods of honest and open communication with guests and team members.

• Provides excellent guest service by acknowledging guests promptly and resolving matters accurately.

• Displays excellent problems solving skills and prides themselves on finding the best resolution that exemplifies the “Lee’s Way- doing what’s best for our guests, our team, and our company”.

• Be familiar with store services and product location to better assist the guests.

Product Handling:

• Use and maintain cleaning tools and equipment properly (e.g., mops, brooms, vacuums, scrubbers, squeegees) to ensure effectiveness and longevity.

• Safely handle and store cleaning chemicals according to safety guidelines and manufacturer instructions, including using appropriate PPE when required.

• Keep janitorial closets/stations clean, stocked, and organized, ensuring all supplies are properly labeled and safely stored.

• Rinse and sanitize cleaning tools after use to prevent cross-contamination or odor buildup.

• Return misplaced or found store items (e.g., merchandise, signage, carts) to the correct departments or team members.

• Immediately clean up spills and hazards using the proper tools (wet floor signs, absorbents, disinfectants) to maintain a safe shopping environment.

• Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies and notify management when restocking is needed.

• Follow proper disposal procedures for trash, recyclables, hazardous materials, and broken items.

• Use ladders or step stools safely when cleaning hard-to-reach areas, following store safety protocols.

• Report any broken equipment, safety hazards, or janitorial needs to store leadership promptly.

Cleanliness and Safety:

• Follow all safety protocols when using cleaning equipment and chemicals, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Use caution signage (e.g., wet floor signs) to alert team members and guests to potential hazards while cleaning.

• Safely operate janitorial tools and equipment, including vacuums, floor scrubbers, ladders, and extension poles.

• Properly store and label all cleaning chemicals, ensuring they are never left unattended in guest-accessible areas.

• Clean up spills immediately using correct absorbents and cleaners to prevent slip and fall accidents.

• Maintain clear and clutter-free work areas in both public and backroom spaces.

• Follow proper lifting techniques and seek help when lifting or moving heavy items to prevent injury.

• Report any unsafe conditions, equipment malfunctions, or injuries to store leadership immediately.

• Understand and comply with OSHA standards, store safety policies, and local health department guidelines.

• Participate in store safety trainings and drills as required

Team Collaboration:

• Work cooperatively with team members to achieve store goals.

• Promote a high level of morale within department and store, utilizing friendly but professional methods of honest and open communication.

• Provides a safe, clean, and positive environment; and consistently builds and supports a culture that is based on relationships and continuous improvement.

• Continually strives to build knowledge and skills, both personally and within the department and store through training and education of self and other team members.

• Provides a professional example for other team members to follow.

• Attends team meetings and training sessions.

• Assist other departments as needed.

• Work in a fast-paced, sales environment with tact and patience

• Work with team to ensure products are sold well before their expiration date

Position Requirements:

• Age Requirement: 18yrs+ Availability: 10:00am-6:00pm

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, twist, sit, and bend for extended periods.

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Manual dexterity for handling small objects and operating equipment.

• Repetitive use of hands and arms to push, pull, carry, lift, reach, grip, and balance.

• Occasionally stoop, crouch, kneel, or crawl.

• Prolonged periods standing and walking.

• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the store.

• Lifting may include floor to shoulder and overhead lifting repeatedly.

• Occasional use and climbing of step stools or ladders are required.

Tools and Machinery:

• Brooms and dustpans

• Mops and mop buckets (wet mop, dust mop, microfiber)

• Auto floor scrubber or walk-behind floor machines (if applicable)

• Floor squeegees

• Carpet cleaners or spot removal tools

• Floor buffers or polishers (if trained)

• Commercial vacuum cleaners (upright or backpack)

• Handheld scrub brushes and sponges

• Spray bottles and pump sprayers

• Squeegees for windows and glass doors

• Cleaning cloths (microfiber, disposable, etc.)

• Approved cleaning chemicals and disinfectants

• Degreasers and floor cleaners

• Glass and surface cleaners

• Restroom sanitizers and toilet bowl cleaner

• Air fresheners and odor neutralizers

• PPE (gloves, goggles, aprons, masks)

• Trash bags and recycling bins

• Litter pickers and grabbers

• Dumpster access tools (as required)

• Spill kits and absorbent materials

• Wet floor signs and caution cones

• Lockout/tagout signage (if applicable)

• Ladder or step stool for high-reach cleaning

• h as safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals.

Education or Skills:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Applicants currently working toward completion are welcome to apply.

• Previous Customer Service Experience Preferred

• Previous Janitorial experience welcome

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to write, speak, hear, and understand the spoken word to respond promptly to pages, requests, team members, and guests.

• Friendly, customer-focused attitude.

• Basic knowledge of food safety or willingness to complete training

• Punctual, dependable, and able to follow instructions

• Ability to implement solutions quickly and effectively.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to handle team member, guest, and vendor inquiries and complaints effectively.

• Ability to read and follow instructions.

• Great verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits:

Compensation:

• Competitive hourly wage.

• Paid time and a quarter on Sundays

• Benefits packages including health insurance, Disability plans, EAP, 401k plans, and Supplemental Insurances.

• 10% discount, restrictions apply

• Ace Hardware Discount at Lees Ace Hardware locations

• Paid Time Off to those who qualify

Work Environment:

• Friendly and supportive team atmosphere.

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

• Safety forward atmosphere

• Innovative, supportive, and input driven management team.

Lee's Marketplace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team members may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.