Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Crew Lead

Responsibilities

• Complete every job to HOODZ quality standards — zero callbacks, every time
• Set up each site safely using proper PPE, ladder protocols, and lockout procedures
• Protect the customer's kitchen and equipment during cleaning and teardown
• Document work with before/after photos and job reports accurately and on time
• Maintain your truck — daily inspections, organized equipment, report issues immediately
• Communicate clearly with customers on-site and the Hoodz operations manager: check-in, status updates, check-out
• Train and develop your crew partner (Crew Leader track) and hold them to the standard

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a team, ensuring all members are aligned with safety and quality standards
• Ability to communicate effectively with both team members and clients, fostering a collaborative work environment
• Proven track record of maintaining equipment and vehicles, ensuring they are in top working condition
• Familiarity with safety protocols, including PPE usage, ladder safety, and lockout procedures
• Skill in documenting work accurately, with attention to detail in reports and photographic evidence
• Capability to train and mentor team members, guiding them towards achieving crew leader status
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple job sites and ensure timely completion of tasks
• Willing and able to work overnight shifts (Sunday-Thursday, 6 pm-9 am typical)

About Hoodz of the Lowcountry and Coastal Georgia

HOODZ of the Lowcountry & Coastal Georgia is part of the nation's largest commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning network. Our crews work overnight to clean hoods, ducts, and rooftop fans — preventing kitchen fires and keeping restaurants, hospitals, and schools compliant and safe.

Compensation

$20 - $35/hour