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Janitorial General Food Service Employee

Creative Dining at Calvin University is hiring immediately for a full-time Janitorial General Food Service Employee.

Location: 3201 Burton St SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Schedule: Full time schedule. Weekends required.

Requirement: 1-2 years of experience required.

Pay Range: $17-18

You'd Make A Great Addition To Our Team!

At Creative Dining, we believe in the power of hospitality and service to create welcoming, safe, and well-maintained environments. If you take pride in cleanliness, consistency, and supporting the spaces where community happens, you'll be a great fit for our team. Integrity, teamwork, and attention to detail are at the heart of everything we do.

Job Summary

The Janitorial / GFS (General Facility Services) Worker plays a vital role in maintaining clean, safe, and organized facilities. This position supports daily operations by performing routine and deep cleaning tasks, maintaining restrooms and common areas, handling waste removal, and ensuring all areas meet cleanliness and sanitation standards. The work of this role directly contributes to a positive experience for guests, staff, and students.

Facility Cleaning & Sanitation

• Clean and sanitize assigned areas, including restrooms, dining spaces, offices, hallways, and common areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and scrub floors using appropriate equipment and cleaning solutions.
• Dust, wipe, and disinfect surfaces such as tables, counters, railings, and fixtures.

Restroom Maintenance

• Clean, disinfect, and restock restroom supplies (toilet paper, paper towels, soap).
• Ensure restrooms remain clean, odor-free, and presentable throughout the shift.

Waste Management

• Empty trash and recycling receptacles and transport waste to designated disposal areas.
• Replace liners and ensure waste areas remain clean and orderly.

Equipment & Supply Use

• Safely use cleaning tools and equipment such as mops, vacuums, floor machines, and carts.
• Monitor cleaning supply levels and notify leadership when restocking is needed.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow established safety procedures, chemical handling guidelines, and sanitation standards.
• Report spills, hazards, or maintenance issues promptly.

Set-Up & Support

• Assist with room or area resets as needed (chairs, tables, basic setup).
• Support special cleaning needs for events, weather conditions, or operational demands.

Teamwork & Communication

• Work collaboratively with supervisors and team members to complete assigned duties.
• Provide assistance or guidance to others when needed.

Additional Duties

• Perform other related tasks as assigned by management.

Benefits for our team members:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness Insurance & HSA Account with employer match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• Complementary Meals During Shifts
• Earned Wage Access
• Retirement Plan

Positions located at Calvin University offer access to Calvin's library and campus gym.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, Creative Dining Services reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.