Porter

  • Patisserie Vanessa
  • New York, New York
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

5 years

Job Details

Duties & Responsibilities

Porters ensure the bakery is clean, food preparation areas are sanitized and up to the highest health code standard, and team members have all the clean tools they need in order to perform their jobs.

The ideal candidate will take pride in making sure the space is well-maintained for team members and customers as well as have a positive attitude, flexibility, and clear communication.

KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Clean and maintain workspaces, customer area and storefront throughout the shift (including sanitizing counters, food preparation areas, sweeping floors and sidewalk, mopping, emptying trash, bathrooms, dusting etc.)
  • Wash, sanitize, and restock dishes, trays, baking tools, and other supplies
  • Take out trash and assist with bakery opening and closing procedures
  • Assist management with other responsibilities throughout the bakery as needed
  • Handle weekly trip to off site storage

Receive stock and store food in designated containers and storage areas in an organized and timely manner

Inform supervisors when any equipment is not working properly and anticipate when food supplies are getting low

Perform other related duties as assigned based on evolving business needs

SKILLS

  • Relevant prior experience as a porter is required
  • Passion for what you do you are highly self-motivated and find great satisfaction in keeping areas clean from top to bottom.
  • Understanding how a clean and safe work space is an important foundation for any workplace
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Ability to problem solve, clearly communicate and maintain a positive attitude on a daily basis
  • Flexible working hours, including weekends, early morning and evenings, when necessary.
  • Capable of working in a fast-paced, production environment.
  • Ability to carry heavy weight up to 50 pounds
Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($18.00 - $20.00)

Required Skills

Time Management

Teamwork

Equipment Cleaning

Maintaining a Clean Work Area

Organizational Skills

Work Ethic

Reliability

Initiative

Safety Awareness

Multitasking

Attention to Hygiene and Safety Standards

Communication Skills

Ability to follow instructions

Willingness to Learn

Positive interpersonal skills

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Job ID: 490533046
Originally Posted on: 8/23/2025

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