Sanitation Porter

 About Abby’s Catering

Since 1980, Abby’s Catering has delivered distinctive culinary and hospitality experiences to high-profile passengers traveling by private, corporate, and commercial aviation. We also serve corporate offices and special events. Our reputation rests on excellence, uncompromising food safety, and operational precision, and every member of our team contributes to it.

Position Summary

The Porter is essential to the sanitation and operational readiness of all Abby’s Catering facilities. This role maintains cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards throughout our buildings, supports compliance with food safety regulations, and manages inventory of cleaning chemicals and supplies. The Porter works in a fast-paced, 24/7 aviation catering environment where timeliness and accuracy directly affect our clients’ experience.

Essential Responsibilities

Facility Sanitation

• Execute the master cleaning schedule for all company buildings, including production areas, coolers, freezers, offices, and restrooms
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in accordance with food safety regulations and company policy
• Remove trash and recycling and keep all waste areas clean, organized, and sanitary

Supplies and Inventory Control

• Requisition and restock cleaning chemicals, sanitation supplies, and janitorial materials
• Maintain accurate inventory of chemicals and sanitation supplies, and communicate shortages to management promptly
• Restock hand towels, hand soap, sanitizer, and restroom auto-sprayers throughout all facilities

Documentation and Compliance

• Complete food safety and sanitation documentation accurately and on time
• Follow all chemical handling, labeling, and storage procedures, including Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements
• Report safety hazards, equipment issues, and sanitation concerns to supervisors immediately

 Work Schedule and Environment 

• Flexibility required to meet the needs of a 24/7 operation, including schedule changes
• Weekends and holidays required
• PTO blackout periods may apply during peak seasons
• Regular work in varying temperatures, including warm kitchens, walk-in coolers, and freezers

• Availability to work overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and operational priorities
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong sense of urgency and commitment to workplace safety
• ServSafe (Food Handlers) certification, or willingness to obtain it within the timeframe set by the company

Preferred

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards
• Prior experience in janitorial, sanitation, or food production environments

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy items, including supplies, bins, and equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, kneeling, and standing for extended periods
• Regular movement of racks, carts, bins, and other equipment throughout the facility
• Ability to work daily in cold and freezer environments, using provided protective gear
• Ability to work safely around wet floors, cleaning chemicals, and commercial kitchen equipment