Groundskeeper

The Bartolotta Restaurants is a nationally recognized restaurant and catering organization co-founded by restaurateur Joe Bartolotta and his brother, two-time James Beard Award-winning Chef Paul Bartolotta. Since 1993, The Bartolotta Restaurants has grown to become the premier culinary brand in the Greater Milwaukee region, offering first-class service and cuisine across a portfolio of 17 one-of-a-kind restaurants and catering facilities. As a forward-thinking and respected company, we also give back to our community through Care-a-lotta, a charitable program that supports numerous nonprofit organizations throughout Milwaukee.

At The Bartolotta Restaurants, we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business, from the products we source to the food and service we deliver every day in our restaurants and catering venues. Our greatest asset in our company is our team members because, without them, we wouldn't be in business.

We look for people who have what we call a "hospitality heart," characterized by a commitment to providing excellence, a passion for taking care of our guests, and a can-do attitude. We're a family-run business, and we consider our team members part of The Bartolotta Restaurants family.

JOB PURPOSE:

The groundskeeper is responsible for keeping the exterior of the facilities clean and orderly. Cleaning, light gardening, and small touches to ensure the facility looks it best at all times.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Watering planters and other areas as needed.
• Leaf blowing and pick-up around the premises to ensure debris and landscape materials remain in their proper place.
• Light weeding in the garden beds.
• Cleaning up debris around the property ensuring clean, pleasant appearance of the property.
• Exterior light fixture cleaning and maintenance.
• Pressure washing areas as needed including patio furniture, driveways, walkways, terraces, etc..
• Notify management of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs.
• Adjust and perform minor repairs/painting.
• Stock and maintain supply rooms.
• Cooperate with the rest of the staff.
• Follow all health and safety regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• All Other Duties as Assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous cleaning/landscape experience a plus
• Ability to handle heavy equipment and machinery
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies
• Familiarity with Safety Data Sheets

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle and feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and reach overhead.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.
• Moderate to heavy lifting and carrying (up to 50 pounds)

ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.