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

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience in sanitation or cleaning in a food-related environment is a plus
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directed procedures
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Good communication skills and a teamwork-oriented mindset
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
• Flexibility to work varying shifts as needed

Benefits

• $20/hour
• 6 Sick Days, Paid Holidays, and 1 Week Vacation
• $100 annual Boot Allowance to buy work boots
• No phone calls, please