Warehouse Sanitation Associate

Pay: $17-18.50/hr

Hours: Full-Time (35-40/week), 2pm - 10pm

Schedule: Weekend Availability Required

Position Summary

The Warehouse Sanitation Associate is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and SQF-compliant bakery production and warehouse environment at Too Sweet Cakes. This role focuses on thorough cleaning and sanitation of floors, walls, equipment, and facility areas, as well as washing and sanitizing dishes, utensils, and small tools used in production. The position plays a critical role in food safety, audit readiness, and daily operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Sanitation & Facility Cleaning

• Clean, scrub, and sanitize floors, walls, drains, and work surfaces throughout the bakery and warehouse.
• Sanitize production equipment, racks, carts, tables, and bakery fixtures according to Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs).
• Perform routine and deep-cleaning tasks to support SQF and GMP compliance.
• Safely use cleaning tools and equipment such as floor scrubbers, hoses, power washers, and approved sanitation chemicals.
• Maintain cleanliness in storage areas, docks, refrigeration units, and employee common areas as assigned.
• Identify and report sanitation, maintenance, or food safety concerns promptly.

Dishwashing & Tool Sanitation

• Wash, sanitize, and organize dishes, utensils, trays, pans, and small equipment used in production.
• Operate commercial dishwashing equipment and manual wash stations in accordance with food safety standards.
• Inspect cleaned items for cleanliness and proper sanitation before returning them to storage or production.
• Keep dishwashing and sanitation areas clean, organized, and properly stocked with supplies.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete sanitation logs, checklists, and documentation accurately and on time.
• Follow all SQF, GMP, OSHA, and company food safety policies.
• Support internal and external audits by maintaining audit-ready conditions.

Working Conditions

• Warehouse and food production environment with exposure to water, cleaning chemicals, and temperature variation.
• Required use of PPE, including gloves and non-slip footwear.
• Fast-paced environment requiring consistent cleanliness and organization.

Requirements

Required

• Ability to follow written and verbal sanitation procedures and safety instructions.
• Comfortable performing physically demanding work, including standing, bending, lifting, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work a full-time schedule, which may include early mornings, evenings, or weekends.
• Reliable attendance and strong attention to detail.

Preferred

• Prior experience in food manufacturing, bakery sanitation, warehouse sanitation, or dishwashing.
• Familiarity with SQF, GMPs, or food safety programs.
• Food Handlers Card or ability to obtain one.

Benefits

• Stable, full-time position in a growing bakery operation
• Eligibility for Benefits on the 1st of the month following 60 days of Full Time employment
• Opportunity to contribute directly to food safety and quality
• Team-oriented environment with training and growth opportunities