Highlights
Expect mostly morning and/or daytime hours, with the exact schedule built around the cleaning tasks that need to happen before or outside of peak kitchen operations. Objective: The Restaurant Porter takes ownership of ensuring the restaurant is always clean and safe, ready for inspections, tours, and guests.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Commack, NY |
| Salary | $18–$19 |
Description
We are looking for a dependable, hardworking Restaurant Porter (Team Member focused on Cleanliness and Organization) to join our Chick-fil-A Commack kitchen.
This is a dedicated cleaning and organization position. You will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the restaurant, kitchen, equipment, walls, floors, and storage areas.
Restaurant Porter Responsibilities
Objective: The Restaurant Porter takes ownership of ensuring the restaurant is always clean and safe, ready for inspections, tours, and guests.
Daily Cleanliness & Sanitation
- Clean floors, walls, drains, kitchen equipment, prep areas, shelving, refrigerators, freezers, and other areas as needed throughout the day.
- Empty and clean garbage and recycling areas.
- Identify areas that need attention and take ownership of getting them cleaned, so the kitchen stays “tour-ready”.
Equipment & Special Cleaning
- Perform routine cleaning of grills, fryers, cooking equipment, and other kitchen equipment according to safety procedures.
- Assist with periodic deep-cleaning projects.
Receiving & Organizing Inventory
- Assist with receiving deliveries and putting away food, bread, supplies, etc.
- Keep coolers, freezers, dry storage, and other storage areas clean and organized.
Safety & Food Standards
- Must be able to read and independently follow written instructions, such as manufacturer cleaning instructions or training sites.
- Follow all restaurant sanitation, food-safety, chemical-handling, and workplace-safety procedures.
- Follow appropriate procedures when cleaning hot, greasy, or potentially hazardous equipment.
- Immediately report equipment, plumbing, electrical, structural, or other maintenance issues to leadership, rather than attempting repairs outside the scope of the position.
What This Job Is NOT
- This is not a facilities or maintenance technician position.
- You not be expected to perform electrical, plumbing, HVAC, construction, or other skilled maintenance work.
- You are not simply a dishwasher or someone who comes in at night to clean the restaurant.
The Ideal Candidate
- Takes pride in doing things thoroughly and correctly.
- Notices dirt, grease, buildup, clutter, and things that others might overlook.
- Can work independently and stay productive without constant supervision.
- Is reliable and shows up ready to work.
- Is comfortable in a fast-paced restaurant environment, with commercial kitchen equipment and cleaning chemicals.
- Can lift up to 50lbs, carry, bend, reach, stand, and walk for extended periods.
- Will follow grooming and uniform standards.
Relevant Experience Could Include
- Restaurant porter or kitchen cleaning
- Commercial or industrial janitorial work
- School or institutional custodial work
- Food production
- Warehousing or other industrial environments
- Any job requiring rigorous cleaning, sanitation, organization, and attention to detail
However, restaurant experience is not required.
Anticipated Schedule
- Expect mostly morning and/or daytime hours, with the exact schedule built around the cleaning tasks that need to happen before or outside of peak kitchen operations.
- Some cleaning tasks are not safe or practical while the kitchen is fully operational, so the Porter will have designated times to complete those jobs properly.
- The position would also include Saturdays and occasional schedule adjustments based on business needs.
- As always, Chick-fil-A is closed on Sundays.
Pay Range: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour. (Starting pay based on position, experience, and availability. Opportunities for raises and advancement come with tenure and training.)
United States Work Authorization Required
Most Chick-fil-A® Restaurants are operated by independent franchised business owners who make all their own employment decisions and are responsible for their own content and policies.
Working at a Chick-fil-A® restaurant is more than a job – it’s an opportunity for teamwork and leadership development in a positive, people-focused environment. Most Chick-fil-A restaurants are locally owned and operated by independent, franchised Operators who invest in the future of their Team Members and give back to their communities.