Blue Plate Catering - Building Custodian at Blue Plate Catering

The Building Custodian is responsible for the overall cleanliness of Larkin Hall while maintaining a positive attitude.

Essential Functions:

· Maintain cleanliness and presentation of front office area, cafeteria, meeting rooms, bathrooms and other common areas at all     times.

· Maintain floors in a clean state by sweeping and mopping

· Wash windows

· Empty and clean trash receptacles and collect recycling

· Maintains a neat and orderly janitor’s room; ensures cleaning and maintaining supplies are stocked.

· Maintain the overall cleanliness of the outer building and perimeter including, but not limited to power washing and/ or graffiti   removal. 

· Perform minor landscaping tasks and lawn care as needed. 

· Refill humidifiers and any minor daily and weekly plant maintenance.

· Carry out deep cleaning projects in the Kitchen and restrooms as directed by the Facilities Technician and/ or Culinary Management team.

· Report any safety, sanitary, or fire hazards to the appropriate department

· Perform minor repairs on furniture, buildings and equipment

· Stock and maintain pantry, cooler and refrigerators.

· Report to work in proper uniform as outlined in the Back of the House Dress Code Policy.

· Perform minor handiwork and other relevant tasks as required by management.

Job Requirements

Essential Qualifications:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Blue Plate is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA):

• Ability to demonstrate strong affinity for Blue Plate’s mission: Our mission is to “care more” for others through food and service experiences that turn our partner’s vision into reality
• Knowledge of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
• Ability to perform basic repairs and operate tools or equipment used in routine maintenance.
• Impeccable service standards and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time effectively to complete all daily tasks.
• Regular and reliable attendance is needed.
• Team player and is able to treat co-workers and guests with respect.
• Ability to communicate well with co-workers, managers and senior management teams.

Language Skills 

Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently. Bilingual skills are a plus.

Physical Demands:  The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Blue Plate is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA):

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel; reach with hand and arms, and stoop, kneel or crouch for 6 to 8 hours at a time.
• Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 70 lbs.
• Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Blue Plate is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA):

• May work in extreme heat and cold (non-weather and weather).
• May work in wet conditions (non-weather and weather).
• Noise level is low to moderate.
• May work near toxic/caustic chemicals and with fumes or airborne particles.
• Will work near moving or mechanical parts.

Compensation and Benefits 

• Salary: $23/hr based on experience and qualifications. 

Benefits Overview 

At Blue Plate Catering, we live our core values: Happy, Joyful & Fun; We Care More; Humbly Confident; Genuine & Authentic; Goes Beyond. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects our commitment to supporting our team’s well-being and growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan, and paid time off (PTO) with sick leave. Additional perks such as commuter benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), free meals, and pet insurance options ensure our team feels valued. We also offer wellness rewards, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and resources to help you thrive in work and life.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility at Blue Plate
At Blue Plate, We Care More — and that means creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered. Our hiring practices focus on equity and potential, and we partner with diverse communities to ensure opportunities are accessible to all. From onboarding to growth, we offer tailored support and inclusive development programs. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to help us create memorable food and service experiences — together, we go beyond to make a difference.

Blue Plate Catering complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment, including protections related to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.