Sanitation, Science

Sanitation

Department: Quality Assurance

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Vans Kitchen, Dallas, TX

Compensation: $16.00 - $17.00 / hour

The Production Sanitation Personnel is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards within production areas to support food safety, product quality, and regulatory compliance. This role ensures that waste is properly managed and removed from production rooms in a timely and hygienic manner to prevent contamination risks.

• Remove trash and waste from production areas at scheduled intervals and as needed.
• Transport waste to designated disposal areas following sanitation and safety procedures.
• Ensure trash containers are clean, properly lined, and in good condition.
• Maintain cleanliness of production rooms, including floors and surrounding work areas.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety guidelines at all times.
• Prevent cross-contamination by using proper handling and sanitation techniques.
• Report any sanitation, pest, or contamination concerns to QA or management immediately.
• Support Audit readiness by maintaining sanitation standards at all time.
• Assist with general sanitation tasks as assigned by QA or production leadership.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, SQF/FDA standards, OSHA and company safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operations.

• Basic understanding of sanitation practices in a food production environment
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
• Knowledge of GMPs and food safety principles (preferred)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Reliability and strong work ethic

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry trash bags and containers (up to 50 lbs)
• Ability working in cold, wet, or humid environments (e.g., refrigerated or production areas)
• Able to operate a manual and electric pallet jack.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or overtime as needed
• Must follow all PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) requirements
• Must adhere to all food safety, hygiene, and safety policies

Key Company Values

Van’s Kitchen is a privately held, purpose-driven company founded focused on sharing bold, authentic flavors with families across America. We value humility, excellence, generosity, authenticity and love, and seek leaders who thrive on teamwork, accountability, and building something meaningful.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company paid disability and life insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

EEOC

Vans Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including but not limited to hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Vans Kitchen makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.