About the role
Cleaning Operative Days
A warehouse cleaner maintains safe, sanitary, and organized warehouse environments by cleaning floors, aisles, equipment, restrooms, break rooms, and waste areas using industrial tools and following safety protocols.
Overview
A warehouse cleaner ensures the facility remains clean, hazard‑free, and compliant with safety and sanitation standards. This role supports smooth warehouse operations and helps prevent accidents, contamination, and equipment issues.
Key Responsibilities
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, and scrub warehouse floors and aisles using industrial cleaning machines (scrubbers, sweepers, pressure washers).
- Keep aisles, walkways, and storage areas free of debris and obstructions.
- Clean loading docks, ramps, racking, shelving, and staging areas.
- Empty trash, recycling, and cardboard compactors; manage waste streams safely.
- Clean and sanitize restrooms, locker rooms, break rooms, and cafeterias.
- Perform detailed cleaning of conveyor systems, pallet silos, and automated equipment during shutdowns.
- Respond to spills (oil, chemicals, product) using proper PPE and spill‑kit procedures.
- Store cleaning equipment properly and perform basic maintenance or troubleshooting.
- Maintain logs of cleaning activities and report hazards or maintenance needs.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Ability to operate industrial cleaning equipment (scrubbers, vacuums, pressure washers).
- Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and SDS safety procedures.
- Physical stamina for lifting, standing, and repetitive tasks.
- Attention to detail and time‑management skills.
- Ability to follow safety protocols (PPE, lockout/tagout).
About us
Our journey began back in 1929. Since then, we’ve continued to build a strong and resilient business with a great future. It's why we believe we’re the best foodservice provider in the country.
A journey that gives back
We want your career with us to be as rewarding as possible. So, you’ll get lots in return for your hard work. That includes benefits that can support your wellbeing and financial security, and give you peace of mind.
The essentials
- 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) as a minimum and the opportunity to buy more
- A pension - contribute 4% and we’ll match you (after year 1, we’ll match your contributions up to 6%).
- Life cover that you can increase.
- Access to confidential support and counselling, when you need it.
- A health plan that gives you money back on everyday medical costs for all the family, as well as access to a digital GP.
The extras
- Exclusive range of high street discounts including cinema, tech, travel, fashion, food and drink.
- Get paid as you earn - access to up to 20% of your pay before payday.
- Opportunity to buy dental cover and critical illness cover.
We want everyone to join our journey
We’re on a journey towards creating the best possible workplace. We’ve got some way to go, but we’re building a diverse and caring workforce. One that’s filled with forward-thinking people who each bring unique talents and skills. So whatever your life experience, we want you to join us - and you really can come as you are!
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Cleaning Operative - Days in Burnham employer: Bidfood UK
Bidfood UK is an excellent employer that prioritises team growth and development, offering a collaborative work culture where your contributions directly impact stock accuracy and operational efficiency. With a focus on continuous improvement, employees benefit from comprehensive training opportunities and a supportive environment that encourages innovation and teamwork, making it a rewarding place to build a career in logistics and inventory management.
