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Kitchen Porter

Pegasus
Hawthorne, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/27/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Porter position at Pegasus?

Overview

About Us

Pegasus leads the way in comprehensive cleaning and maintenance solutions. We leverage cutting-edge technology to create and maintain clean, healthy, and safe indoor environments for commercial, industrial, and manufacturing facilities.

Pegasus was named by Inc. Magazine as one of the "Fastest Growing Private Companies in America".

When a customer picks up the phone or sees a Pegasus representative at their facility, they know that they are dealing directly with an owner of the company. Everyone has one overriding goal: do whatever it takes to guarantee our customer’s satisfaction. It is our goal to deliver “WOW” experiences through exceeding our customer’s and employee’s expectations. We are quick to respond with care, compassion, and attention to detail. Working as a part of a world-class team to achieve great things together, if our customers and employees don’t rave about Pegasus, then we have failed.

Job Skills / Requirements

About the Role

The Kitchen Porter supports the smooth operation of the office kitchen and break areas by maintaining cleanliness, hygiene, and organization. Key duties include washing dishes and utensils, cleaning kitchen surfaces and appliances, restocking supplies (e.g., coffee, tea, cutlery), and ensuring waste is properly disposed of. The role may also involve assisting with light food prep for meetings or events. This position requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a professional office environment.

Shifts Available

  • Monday to Friday 6 am to 2:30 pm
  • Monday to Friday 7 am to 3:30 pm
  • Saturday Only: 1 pm to 9 pm

Pay Rate: $17.50/hour

What You'll Do

  • Sanitize and clean food prep areas
  • Wash and sanitize all pots, pans, or other cookware
  • Empty and clean dishwashers (if applicable)
  • Wipe down walls and other general equipment, including microwaves, toasters, and coffee makers
  • Wash and disinfect all prep boards, surfaces, slicers, and utensils
  • Empty trash cans around the property, replacing trash bags
  • Clean and disinfect all waste bins and areas after emptying garbage
  • Sweep and mop kitchen floors and common areas
  • Removing trash, cleaning floors, dusting/wiping down all surfaces
  • Operating walk-behind floor cleaning machines (if applicable)
  • Restocking supplies in bathrooms, break rooms, and common areas
  • Maintain janitor closets in a clean and organized
  • Maintain janitorial equipment in a clean, safe, and operable condition
  • Proficiency in English will enhance your ability to collaborate and communicate with colleagues and clients, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Skills & Experience

  • While not mandatory, proficiency in English is highly recommended to perform the responsibilities of this role effectively. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values diversity."
  • Open availability: Overtime work and schedule adjustments may be needed/necessary. Holiday work may also be required.
  • Applicants must provide proof of work authorization and complete an I9 and E-Verify process.
  • Good hygiene skills required.

Physical Requirements

  • Physically able to be on your feet during an entire shift; walking, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, pulling, pushing, kneeling, and crouching.
  • Must be able to lift 35 lbs., and carry 12 lbs. backpack vacuum, as needed.
  • Good hygiene skills are required.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

  • Must complete a pre-employment background check.
  • California Food Handlers a plus.
  • U.S. citizenship may be required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. This job description is subject to change at any time at the discretion of Management.

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, 401K/403b Plan

Salary : $18

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