Cleaning Operative, Cleaning Services

Position

Cleaning Operative – Hospitality & Catering

Location:

Lancaster | Part time, 18.5 hours per week | Salary: £24,521 per annum (Pro Rata, Term Time Only).

The Cleaning Operative will undertake daily cleaning tasks in professional kitchens and catering facilities, maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Duties include:

• Cleaning and maintaining specialised equipment.
• Safe storage and disposal of materials.
• Organising linen and laundry.
• Keeping cleaning and food safety records up to date.
• Working closely with tutors, colleagues, and learners.
• Reporting hazards, defects, or concerns promptly and ensuring health & safety requirements are met.

• General cleaning experience.
• Good organisational skills and a strong eye for detail.
• Reliability, adaptability, and ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness to adapt to changing circumstances and undertake relevant training, including food hygiene.

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution 9.3%).
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Strong staff support services.
• Free staff parking and EV charging facilities.

All posts are subject to a DBS Disclosure in line with our policy of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners. Any specific safeguarding duties applicable to this post are outlined in the job description.

Reference: SE4168 | Closing date:
Monday, 1st June 2026 | Application via Smart Hire on behalf of Lancaster and Morecambe College.