Commercial Kitchen Cleaning Crew Lead

Posted 3 days ago

green kitchen conceptsBridgeview (IL)

First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers Janitorial Services

SENIORITY

Mid

SALARY

$24–$30/hr

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About the role

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Paid time off Commercial Kitchen Cleaning Team Lead FiltaClean Division | Overnight Shift | Bridgeview, IL | $24–$30/hr DOE + Performance Bonus | Full-TimeAbout UsGreen Kitchen Concepts is a Chicagoland franchise of Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions — a nationally recognized leader in commercial kitchen services. We've built a strong reputation for excellence in fryer oil management, and now we're expanding into FiltaClean, our professional kitchen deep cleaning division. We're building this team from scratch — which means the person we hire as Team Lead isn't just filling a role, they're helping define one. You'll have real input into how this crew operates, who joins it, and how it grows. If you've ever wanted to get in early and grow with something real, this is that opportunity.

The Role: As a FiltaClean Team Lead, you'll take ownership of overnight commercial kitchen cleaning jobs at restaurants, venues, hospitals, and other high-volume foodservice operations across the Chicagoland area. You'll drive to job sites, lead a crew of 3–5 technicians, and deliver a thorough, professional clean every time — on schedule, on standard, and without excuses. This is a player-coach role. You are not just directing — you are working. Every night, you're side by side with your crew, sleeves rolled up, doing the job. If you're looking to stand back and delegate, this is not the role for you. If you lead by example and aren't afraid to get dirty, keep reading.

Shift: Full-time, primarily overnight — approximately 9 PM–5 AM, variable based on client needsA Typical NightYou pick up your crew and load the van with equipment. You arrive at a commercial kitchen after close — a restaurant, a hospital cafeteria, a venue — and get to work. Your team fans out, and so do you. Fryers, ovens, grills, floors, walls, surfaces — everything gets broken down, cleaned, and restored before the morning crew arrives. You make sure the job is done right, the site is left cleaner than you found it, and your crew is moving with purpose the whole time. Then you do it again.

What You'll Do:

Lead a crew of 3–5 FiltaClean technicians on nightly job sites — and work right alongside them
Drive to job sites in a company cargo van or box truck (no CDL required)
Perform hands-on deep cleaning of commercial kitchen equipment, ovens, grills, floors, walls, and surfaces
Train on and strictly follow our proprietary chemical and systems SOPs — including mixing ratios, storage protocols, and safe use procedures
Ensure every job meets Filta quality standards and is completed on time
Communicate job status to management and complete all required documentation
Maintain equipment, supplies, and vehicle cleanliness
Uphold high safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards at every site What We're Looking ForHard Requirement: Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. This is non-negotiable. Required
Ability to lead a small crew and hold people accountable
Strong work ethic — you show up, follow through, and take pride in the work
Physical stamina for overnight, hands-on work in demanding environments
Reliable, punctual, and professional
Ability to follow written SOPs and chemical handling procedures accurately

Preferred: will make you stand out

Existing connections in commercial cleaning, janitorial, or foodservice — candidates who can help recruit and staff their own crew will be prioritized
Experience in commercial kitchen operations, high-volume restaurant work, or professional cleaning
Prior crew lead, team lead, or supervisory experience
Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment (fryers, ovens, grills, etc.)
Knowledge of sanitation, food safety, or OSHA cleaning standards

What We Offer:

$24–$30/hr depending on experience + performance bonus
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Uniforms and work boots provided
Company vehicle for job transport (cargo van or box truck — no CDL needed)
Ground-floor opportunity with a direct path to management as the team grows

Who Thrives HereThe ideal candidate has spent time in a commercial kitchen, on a janitorial crew, in facilities maintenance, or anywhere that required moving fast, working hard, and keeping people on task. Maybe you've been a kitchen manager, a lead line cook, a cleaning supervisor, or a crew foreman. You know how to get work done, you know how to keep people motivated at 2 AM, and you're not above getting your hands dirty to make it happen. Bonus points if you know people in this industry who you'd want to work alongside. We're building this team, and a candidate who walks in with a network is a candidate who immediately adds value. Apply now and tell us about your experience leading teams in fast-paced environments. We want to know where you've worked, who you've led, and why this role fits where you're headed. Candidates with industry connections and a track record of getting things done will move to the top of the list.

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