Brewery Sanitation and Janitorial

Overview

Who We Are

At BJ’s, we’ve been bringing people together to celebrate life’s moments since 1978. We’re more than a restaurant; we’re a team of craft-obsessed people who take serious pride in every pint. As a $1B company with 200+ locations, we offer the stability of a big player with the heart (and hops) of a local taproom. If you’re energized by teamwork and ready to master the craft, you’ll fit right in.

As the Brewery Sanitation & Janitorial team member, you are the foundation of our brewing operation. Without a clean, sanitized brewery, great craft beer is impossible — and that’s where you come in.

• The Craft: A great brewery runs on a spotless floor. You are the reason our tanks, drains, equipment, and workspace meet high standards every single shift
• The Work: Cleaning and sanitizing brewery equipment, tanks, fermenters, kegs, floors, and drains is the core of every shift. Expect 80–100% of your time spent in active sanitation and facility upkeep.
• The Environment: Work in a variety of conditions — including warm production areas (100°F+ on the brew deck), cold storage and cellar spaces (35°F), elevated platforms, and around industrial cleaning chemicals.
• The Shine: Safely handle, apply, and store commercial cleaning chemicals following all OSHA protocols, safety data sheets, and company procedures.
• The Standards: Follow all brewery sanitation, food safety, health, and quality procedures. Accuracy and consistency in sanitation logs and records is required.
• The Safety: Safety always comes first. Maintain a drug- and alcohol-free workplace in accordance with all company policies. Authorized quality tastings follow strict documented protocols only.

• Perform daily and scheduled deep cleaning and sanitation of all brewery equipment, including brewing tanks, fermentation vessels, bright tanks, kegs, lines, pumps, and valves
• Clean and sanitize brewery floors, drains, restrooms, and surrounding grounds in compliance with all health, safety, and food safety standards
• Empty and properly dispose of all waste and trash per established safety and disposal protocols
• Apply, handle, and store commercial cleaning chemicals — including caustic, acid, and sanitizer solutions — in strict accordance with safety data sheets (SDS) and OSHA guidelines; alert management when supplies need to be reordered
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date sanitation logs, cleaning checklists, and records for all areas and equipment
• Operate cleaning equipment including pressure washers, floor scrubbers, and wet/dry vacuums safely and effectively
• Work with the brewing team and management to identify and address maintenance needs, equipment breakage, or issues that affect production or safety
• Maintain clean personal appearance and professional conduct at all times
• Participate in mandatory training, safety meetings, and workshops
• Ensure full compliance with all BJ’s policies, procedures, health codes, and applicable laws at all times

• Age: Must be 21 years of age or older
• Experience: 6 months prior experience in commercial cleaning, brewery sanitation, janitorial services, or a comparable food-production or manufacturing environment preferred
• Chemical Knowledge: Ability to safely handle, read safety data sheets for, and apply commercial cleaning and sanitizing chemicals
• Physical Readiness: Must be able to stand, walk, reach, bend, and kneel repeatedly throughout an entire shift; ability to lift up to 60 pounds on a semi-regular basis; able to work in extreme temperatures on the same shift (35°F cold storage / 100°F+ production areas)
• Reliability: Dependable attendance, punctuality, and professional conduct — every shift, every time
• Attention to Detail: Ability to follow written procedures and SOPs exactly; meticulous approach to cleanliness and compliance
• Communication: Ability to read, write, and communicate in English; ability to understand and follow safety labels, SDS sheets, and documented procedures
• Team Orientation: Works well in a collaborative, fast‑paced brewery environment; supports the brewing team as a critical part of the production operation