Safety & Sanitation Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview:

Castaway, recognized as one of Travel + Leisure's "Best Date Spots in America," offers a distinctive dining experience where both guests and team members are treated like stars. Our seasonally inspired menu showcases premium cuts of meat sourced from top-tier butchers, an exquisite raw bar, vegetable-forward sides, and customizable charcuterie boards. Castaway has garnered numerous prestigious accolades, including being named one of the "Most Romantic Restaurants in LA" by Thrillist, LA Weekly, Gayot, Yelp, OpenTable, and NBC.

At Castaway, our mission is to continuously innovate and deliver a five-star experience to our team members, guests, and the community. SRC is committed to fostering internal growth, collaboration, and teamwork, while creating a positive and supportive work environment. We are excited to welcome our next valued team member to join us in this pursuit.

Top-notch benefits:

• Paid Sick Time renewed yearly
• Accrued Paid Vacation Time
• Management Referral Program with up to a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions
• Employee Meals
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
• Moral (PRIDE) Program- rewarding employees with a variety of prizes for those who exemplify the company's values.
• Numerous opportunities for growth and advancement
• Full time employees qualify for comprehensive health plans, employer-paid life insurance, supplemental benefit plans, 401k with annual employer match after 12-month employment
• Opportunities to grow your career with a clear path for advancement
• Plus, more!

Compensation: $19.00 - $20.00 hour

Responsibilities:

As a Safety & Sanitation Coordinator , you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the restaurant maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment for both staff and guests. Your responsibilities will include:

Maintaining Cleanliness and Hygiene Standards :

• Ensure that all areas of the restaurant, including kitchen, dining areas, restrooms, and storage spaces, meet health and safety codes.
• Supervise daily cleaning routines and ensure they are completed to high standards.
• Regularly sanitizes high-touch areas in the kitchen (such as doors and handles, tea machines, warmer handles, walk-in cooler handles, etc.) using disposable towels and approved disinfectant spray to maintain cleanliness and prevent the spread of germs.
• Ensures that hand sanitizers are appropriately placed and regularly replenished in designated areas throughout the restaurant, adhering to established protocols and management directives.
• Conducts thorough inspections of restroom facilities, cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting surfaces to ensure a hygienic environment for both staff and guests.

Managing Safety and Sanitation Equipment :

• Ensure all sanitation supplies (cleaning products, gloves, etc.) are stocked and available for staff use.
• Oversee the maintenance of cleaning equipment, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
• Ensure all waste is disposed of in accordance with health and environmental standards.
• Promote recycling and sustainable practices in the restaurant.

Incident Reporting & Corrective Actions :

• Report and document any sanitation or safety incidents or violations immediately.
• Work with management to implement corrective actions, follow-up inspections, and ensure all issues are resolved promptly.

Managing Guest Safety :

• Ensure all areas are free from hazards that could cause accidents or injuries to guests (e.g., slippery floors, broken equipment).
• Monitor seating and dining areas to ensure they are safe and clean for guests.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Safety Sanitation Coordinator in a full-service restaurant.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment while maintaining composure under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and a dedication to safety and sanitation.
• Must be flexible and available to work varied hours; weekend and holiday shifts are mandatory.

Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law.

All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment background check