Description
THE ROLE: PORTER (UWS)
Porters ensure Levain Bakeries are clean, food preparation areas are sanitized and up to the highest health code standards, and team members have all the clean tools they need in order to perform their jobs. The ideal candidate will take pride in making sure Levain's spaces are well-maintained for team members and customers alike and be motivated by behind-the-scenes work.
What you'll do:
- Clean and maintain workspaces, customer area and storefront throughout the shift (including sanitizing counters, food preparation areas, sweeping floors and sidewalk, mopping, emptying trash, bathrooms, dusting etc.)
- Wash, sanitize, and restock dishes, trays, baking tools, and other supplies
- Take out trash and assist with bakery opening and closing procedures
- Assist management with other responsibilities throughout the bakery as needed; we're all working towards one goal, and it's not uncommon for us to take an "all hands on deck" approach during particularly busy periods
What we're looking for:
- Prior cleaning or custodian experience a plus; for the right people, we're more than happy to teach
- Passion for what you do - you are highly self-motivated and find great satisfaction in keeping areas clean from top to bottom. You understand how a clean and safe work space is an important foundation for any workplace
- Adaptability and flexibility - you recognize that in the food industry, anything can - and will - happen and you're able to calmly troubleshoot issues
- Eye for detail - you can spot a small spill from miles away and have the highest standards for cleaning dishes and floors. -Not a single speck goes unnoticed or uncleaned
- Collaborative spirit and commitment to Levain's core values - you're a team player and willing to lend a hand or elevate those around you. You add your own individuality to an already positive and uplifting work environment. A good sense of humor doesn't hurt either!
Compensation:

• $18/hour

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Employer-funded Healthcare Reimbursement Account
• Additional supplemental benefits: Commuter/Bike-Share Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, 14 Weeks Fully Paid Parental Leave, etc.
• One Week of Paid Time Off
• 401K with 3.5% Company Match
• Opportunity for growth and career development

About Us:
Competitive triathletes and passionate bakers, Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald left their careers to open a small bread shop in New York City in 1995 - Levain Bakery.
One day, they baked a BIG chocolate chip walnut cookie as energy for triathlon training. At Levain, a batch of these 6-ounce cookies flew off the shelves, and an icon was born. The cozy shop on West 74th Street became a neighborhood favorite and a destination for epicurious visitors from around the world, hungry for "the cookie."
From the start, Pam, Connie and team baked everything fresh on-site each day, donating the day's leftovers to charity - and we still do, nearly 30 years later. Today, Levain has bakeries across the country (with more to come!), plus ecommerce gift boxes to treat cookie lovers in every state.
Every day, we strive to embody our company's five core values:

• Welcome All- we are all in it together
• Work Hard and Be Nice- we go above and beyond
• Lead with Heart- we do the right thing
• Rise Up- we are proactive
• Savor It- we are present and find the fun!