Sanitation Worker - Food Manufacturing Plant; 1st Shift

Position: Sanitation Worker - Food Manufacturing Plant (1st Shift)

Base pay range

$17.10/hr - $17.10/hr

Sanitation Worker (Food Manufacturing Plant)

Sanitation 1st Shift - 4:00 AM-12:30 PM

Wage $17.10/HR

Ready to take your career to the next level? With Dessert Holdings you will help create the desserts people love and celebrate with. Be a part of something sweet!

Dessert Holdings is the leading premium dessert company in the world. We craft artisanal, scratch‑made desserts at scale, combining culinary innovation with the finest real ingredients. With a rich heritage spanning seven distinctive brands, we bring unmatched expertise and tailored solutions to our Retail and Food service partners.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Work with purpose – you help deliver the desserts people celebrate with.
• Supportive team environment where your contributions matter.
• Growth opportunities across multiple departments.
• Training provided including certifications.
• Whether you're building your career or looking for a fresh start, we'll help you grow.

Benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and retirement contribution for all eligible employees.

Opportunity Overview

Are you ready to elevate your career in manufacturing operations and be a part of creating the world's best desserts? Dessert Holdings partners with some of North America's most iconic chains to bring people together to celebrate life's sweetest moments!

We are looking for Sanitation Workers to join our team based in Aurora, CO. This role is responsible for leading and coordinating activities of sanitation workers, performing a variety of jobs associated with the cleaning and sanitation of equipment, utensils, and the facility essential for the manufacturing, packaging, and storage of food products. The position requires understanding of food safety and quality policies, use of chemicals, timely work to deliver a clean plant to production, and adherence to company policies, creed, and values, including satisfactory attendance.

The role also involves understanding related Quality Management Systems including SQF, HACCP, and GMP to ensure safety and quality of employees and products.

What You'll Do Every Day

• Wear appropriate personnel protective equipment (PPE) and follow established GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) policies and procedures.
• Work cooperatively with other sanitation employees and employees from other departments.
• Follow sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) including the eight steps of sanitation.
• Frequently lift hoses, equipment and chemical containers, etc.
• Learn how to clean and sanitize food production equipment and environment.
• Perform all work duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Basic knowledge of Food Safety and Quality.
• Reliable transportation.
• Flexible schedule, including availability to work overtime.
• Mandatory presence for end‑of‑week deep cleaning.
• Minimal ability to read and write in English.
• Follow GMP and maintain good personal hygiene.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

About Dessert Holdings

Dessert Holdings is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands:
The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Steven Charles, Dianne's Fine Desserts, Kenny's Great Pies, and Willamette Valley Pie Company. Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, headquartered in St. Paul, MN, employs more than 3,500 people across ten manufacturing facilities, and is continuing its journey of rapid growth.

EEO Statement

Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industry

Manufacturing

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