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Fleming's

Restaurant Cleaner

West Hartford, CT

As a Restaurant Cleaner, you will be responsible for achieving and maintaining outstanding interior and exterior restaurant cleanliness and maintaining restaurant equipment. The Restaurant Cleaner ...

Fleming's

Restaurant Cleaner

Tulsa, OK · On-site

As a Restaurant Cleaner, you will be responsible for achieving and maintaining outstanding interior and exterior restaurant cleanliness and maintaining restaurant equipment. The Restaurant Cleaner ...

Fleming's

Restaurant Cleaner

Sarasota, FL · On-site

As a Restaurant Cleaner, you will be responsible for achieving and maintaining outstanding interior and exterior restaurant cleanliness and maintaining restaurant equipment. The Restaurant Cleaner ...

Halcyon

Overnight Restaurant Cleaner

Denver, CO · On-site

$14.50 - $17/hr

... Restaurant Cleaner plays a critical role in maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment across all restaurant and kitchen areas. This position ensures compliance with all local health ...

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Cleaner

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$12.50 - $14.50/hr

The Restaurant Cleaner will also be responsible for cleaning floors, deep cleaning, maintaining kitchen equipment, and ensuring restrooms are neat and in order.

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Cleaner

San Antonio, TX

$12.75 - $15/hr

The Restaurant Cleaner will also be responsible for cleaning floors, deep cleaning, maintaining kitchen equipment, and ensuring restrooms are neat and in order.

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Cleaner

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$12.75 - $15/hr

The Restaurant Cleaner will also be responsible for cleaning floors, deep cleaning, maintaining kitchen equipment, and ensuring restrooms are neat and in order.

Culver's

Porter - Restaurant Cleaner

Gainesville, GA · On-site

$15/hr

Culver's is looking for new Back of House True Blue Crew Members! If delighting is in your DNA, you'll be a natural at this position. Our back-of-house (BOH) crew members are experts at moving ...

Culver's

Porter - Restaurant Cleaner

Gainesville, GA

$15/hr

Culver's is looking for new Back of House True Blue Crew Members! If delighting is in your DNA, you'll be a natural at this position. Our back-of-house (BOH) crew members are experts at moving ...

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How much do restaurant cleaner jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for restaurant cleaner in the United States is $14.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $15.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Restaurant Cleaner position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Restaurant Cleaner, you need strong attention to detail, time management skills, and a good understanding of sanitation and safety practices, often supported by on-the-job training or basic certifications in food safety. Use of cleaning chemicals, industrial floor machines, and adherence to health code standards are typically required. Reliability, efficiency, and a positive attitude are key soft skills that set top performers apart. These abilities ensure a clean, safe dining environment and support overall restaurant operations.

What do you call someone who cleans restaurants?

A person who cleans restaurants is typically called a restaurant cleaner or janitor. They are responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in dining areas, kitchens, and restrooms, often using cleaning tools and supplies. This role may require knowledge of safety procedures and sometimes certifications in food safety or sanitation.

What does a cleaner do in a restaurant?

A restaurant cleaner is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in dining areas, kitchens, and restrooms. They clean floors, surfaces, equipment, and ensure waste is properly disposed of, often using cleaning tools and chemicals. This role helps ensure a safe and hygienic environment for staff and customers.

What is the highest paid cleaner?

The highest paid cleaners are often those working in specialized environments such as industrial or commercial facilities, or those with advanced skills and certifications. For example, industrial cleaning or hazardous materials cleanup can command higher wages, especially with experience and proper training. Salaries vary by location and employer, but specialized cleaning roles tend to offer higher pay than standard residential or commercial cleaning jobs.

What is a Restaurant Cleaner job?

A Restaurant Cleaner is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in a restaurant. Duties include sweeping, mopping, sanitizing surfaces, cleaning restrooms, and disposing of trash. They ensure the dining and kitchen areas are clean, safe, and compliant with health regulations. Their work helps create a pleasant environment for customers and staff.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Restaurant Cleaner and how do they contribute to the restaurant's success?

Restaurant Cleaners are responsible for maintaining cleanliness in dining areas, kitchens, and restrooms, which includes tasks like sweeping, mopping, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash, and sometimes washing dishes or restocking supplies. Their routine often involves working before opening hours, during service to tidy up accidents, or after closing to ensure the restaurant is spotless for the next day. By following strict sanitation protocols, Restaurant Cleaners play a vital role in preventing health hazards, supporting the kitchen and serving staff, and helping the restaurant meet health inspection standards. Their work creates a positive impression for customers and enables smooth restaurant operations.

Can I be a cleaner with no experience?

Restaurant cleaner positions typically do not require prior experience, as training is often provided on the job. Basic skills such as attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to follow safety procedures are important. Employers may prefer candidates who are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and can handle cleaning tools and supplies safely.
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Infographic showing various Restaurant Cleaner job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,785 per year, or $14.8 per hour.

Restaurant Cleaner

Sparkling Solutions

Daytona Beach, FL

$13.50 - $15/hr

Part-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Cleaner to join our Overnight team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards in various facilities, as part of one of our various teams.

The shifts available would take place 11pm-4am "Overnights". Shifts are located within Volusia county, mostly sticking to the east side- and requires your own means of transportation between accounts.

All shifts are done in a team setting, so ability to collaborate and work together is paramount.

Also considering these shifts are located at various locations, Timeclocks are registered through an app, which means we are requesting you have a smart phone to ensure swift and effective communication.

Shift Details:

This shift includes going to at least 3 different facilities a night. Please Note: these are subject to change as we get new accounts or adjust to accomidate efficiency:

1. 11pm-4am: This shift involves cleaning a restaurant, two bars, and once a week we also clean for a gated community with a team of two other people.

Responsibilities:

- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of commercial buildings, according to our Scope of Work
- Work effectively with a team to ensure all areas are clean.
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations.
- Ensure all cleaning tasks are completed within the given shift time.

Requirements:

- Previous experience in a commercial cleaning role is preferred.
- Ability to work well in a team.
- Reliable and punctual with a dedication to excellent job performance.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must have a means of telecommunication.
- Ability to work night shifts, especially on Fridays and Saturdays.

If you are a hardworking individual with a strong work ethic, then we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team!

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:


  • Paid training


License/Certification:


  • Driver's License (Required)


Ability to Commute:


  • Port Orange, FL 32127 (Required)

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