Sanitation Associate- Local Farm Food Distributor (Part Time) - Chicago

The Common Market Great Lakes is a nonprofit distributor of local foods, dedicated to connecting regional farms with communities in need. Our goal is to strengthen local agriculture by ensuring that healthy, sustainable food is accessible to schools, hospitals, and other institutions.

We are seeking a meticulous and dedicated Sanitation Associate to join our team, 25-30 hours per week. As a Sanitation Associate, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards within our warehouse, ensuring a safe environment for food handling and storage. Your efforts will help uphold our commitment to food safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize all areas of the warehouse, including food storage areas, packing stations, equipment, restrooms and common areas.
• Follow and enforce all sanitation policies and procedures according to food safety regulations
• Perform routine inspections to ensure adherence to cleanliness and safety standards
• Perform routine walk-through of entire facility to ensure adherence to cleanliness and safety standards
• Manage waste disposal and recycling processes
• Report any sanitation violations or safety hazards to management
• Assist with the training of new staff on sanitation practices
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure overall cleanliness and organization

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