Sanitation Associate - 2nd Shift(Tempo)
Homechef · Bedford Park, IL · Posted Jun 30, 2026
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Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are.
In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo ! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved.
Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We’re eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef’s offerings.
This role follows a 2nd shift schedule, working from 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM , with designated days off on Friday Saturday.
The RTH Sanitation Associate is responsible for all activities involved in maintaining the cleanliness and food safe environment in the kitchen and assembly areas. The Sanitation Associate is expected to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment at all times, maintain tools and equipment in a clean, organized and safe manner at all times, and follow all health and safety regulations.
Detailed Responsibilities
RTH Cleaning
Empty all trash cans and replace liners, clean and sanitize receptacles on a daily basis
Clean floors by sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing them with floor scrubber
Clean and wipe down racks
Clean metal tables and sanitized on a daily basis
Re-stock vinyl gloves and PPE in all sizes
Clean and sanitize hand wash sinks and three department sinks
Clean, empty and sanitize all garbage gondolas on a daily basis
Mix water and cleaning chemicals in containers, mop buckets to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications
Check for leaks, drips, and condensation
Clean all food manufacturing machinery according to SOP’s
RTH Equipment Cleaning (Blast Chillers, Tilt Skillets, Ovens, MAP Machines, Sanitunnel)
Follow SSPO cleaning procedures with individual equipment cleans
Use proper PPE while performing cleaning task
Clean floors using a dry cleaning method
Remove any build up or ice accumulation on the floors, walls, and cooling units
Check for leaks, drips, and condensation
Follow Lock Out Tag Out procedures according to policy when applicable
Dish Room
Empty all trash cans and replace liners, clean and sanitize receptacles on a daily basis
Clean floors by sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing them with floor scrubber
Clean and wipe down racks
Clean, wash and sanitize all production utensils, bus tubs, sheet pans and blue dollies, etc
Clean metal tables and sanitize on a daily basis
Re-stock chemicals
Clean and sanitize three department sinks
Test sanitizer with Hydrion test strips to test PPM sanitation solution
Clean Tub Washer according to SOP
GMP Frock Room
Clean floors by sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing them with floor scrubber
Empty all trash cans and replace liners, clean and sanitize receptacles on a daily basis
Re-stock vinyl gloves in all sizes and PPE accordingly
Clean and sanitize hand wash sinks and three department sinks
Clean and maintain all walls and areas
General Responsibilities
Follow the facility GMPs and help enforce them throughout the facility
Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs
Attitude and Attendance
Arrives to work at scheduled time and follows time off request procedure
Communicates with co-workers in a professional manner
Treats co-workers with respect at all times
Escalates attitude issues among janitors to FSQA Manager
Uses teamwork with working with production throughout the day
Demonstrates ownership of tasks and job responsibilities on a consistent basis.
This position requires 0% travel.
Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.
Fluency in Spanish and English is preferred
2+ years of experience working in the food industry
General high school degree, or equivalent, (e.g. GED)
More About Us
Perks and Benefits
Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order!
Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available
Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time
401k program
Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses
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