Foreman Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning - Night Shift

Job Overview

The Foreman plays a critical leadership role in our operations. Responsibilities include leading and supervising nightly service routes, managing a crew, ensuring job quality and efficiency, maintaining warehouse organization, overseeing filter inventory, and solving problems on-site.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and participate in nightly service routes that clean and service commercial kitchen exhaust systems, covering hoods, ductwork, filters, and exhaust fans according to NFPA 96 standards
• Serve as a supervisor and trainer for the night crew, setting the standard for professionalism, reliability, and communication
• Maintain consistent communication with company leadership regarding job progress, scheduling, and operational needs
• Ensure job sites are properly set up, completed safely, and cleaned up
• Manage warehouse organization, equipment readiness, and supply levels
• Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment
• Oversee filter inventory and filter service logistics
• Document service details and customer conditions
• Ensure strict compliance with all safety protocols
• Solve problems on-site and communicate effectively with customers
• Help maintain team accountability and performance standards

Requirements

• Extremely reliable
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Reliable transportation
• Experience leading a small crew
• Strong communication skills and responsiveness with company leadership
• Physically able to climb ladders to gain rooftop access to commercial establishments
• Able to squat, lift, and carry 50 lbs., a minimum of 100 feet
• Able to stand for 10 hours at a time
• Able to work overnight shifts (8:00 PM – 8:00 AM)
• Excellent attention to detail and work fast and efficiently
• Hands-on mentality — willing to work alongside team

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous overnight work experience
• Experience in hood cleaning, pressure washing, construction, or similar trades

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay (between $30-$35/hour depending on relevant experience)
• Paid holidays
• Free uniforms and company vehicle while working
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Paid training and certifications

About the Company

Kitchen Guard is a growing leader in commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning, protecting restaurants and facilities with fire-safe, code-compliant service. We combine top technology, unmatched service, and a commitment to excellence. We’re not another faceless chain — we’re your neighbors, and we take pride in our work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal or state law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.