Senior Hygiene and Cleaning Partner

We have an exciting opportunity with a brand new role to join Dishpatch as a Senior Hygiene & Cleaning Partner, reporting into the Operations and Production Manager of Dishpatch. Waitrose & Partners recently acquired Dishpatch, the meal-kit delivery service that provides restaurant quality home dining made by some of the UK's leading chefs. Dishpatch replicates a restaurant experience without leaving the house with chef prepared dishes. Customers can choose from over 30 Dishpatch menus delivered to their doorstep nationally on Fridays - perfect timing for an indulgent weekend meal! Unlike other meal kit companies, Dishpatch's dishes come pre prepared with only a few simple steps to finish and serve, truly taking the hassle out of high end home dining for our customers.

• Salary: £15.24 GBP Hourly
• Contract type: Permanent contract
• Working pattern: 42.5 hours per week onsite at Dishpatch HQ
• Location: Dishpatch Head Office, North Greenwich

To ensure a clean, safe, and compliant site environment while supervising and setting a standard with the site hygiene team, assisting with building management, overseeing chemical management, conducting site inspections, and maintaining food, health, and safety standards.

• Maintain high cleanliness and hygiene standards across all areas, including warehouses, fulfilment and production zones, and external spaces.
• Perform cleaning duties alongside the team as part of the rota.
• Ensure periodic deep cleaning of critical areas is completed as per schedule.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify cleanliness, safety and maintenance compliance.
• Identify, report and coordinate the resolution of site defects or maintenance issues promptly.
• Manage the ordering, safe storage and use of cleaning chemicals in compliance with company and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain accurate chemical inventory and replenishment records.
• Lead and supervise the site hygiene and cleaning team, ensuring tasks are executed effectively.
• Develop and manage team schedules to guarantee adequate coverage for all cleaning and hygiene activities.
• Uphold strict adherence to food, health and safety protocols across all site services.
• Perform regular audits and checks to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Provide regular reports on cleanliness, chemical inventory, team performance and inspection outcomes to management.
• Collaborate with the Operations and Production Manager to align on operational priorities and resolve site issues.

• Proven experience in site services, facilities management, or similar roles.
• Knowledge of cleaning processes, chemical handling and health and safety regulations.
• Strong leadership, organisational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and reporting abilities.
• Food Hygiene and Safety Level 2 certification.

We're the largest employee owned business in the UK and the home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose. As Partners, we are driven by our purpose to build a happier world and are focused on being brilliant at retail. We innovate, adapt and diversify, providing unparalleled service to our customers. We value every Partner's contribution and uphold behaviours that promote kindness, respect and inclusion.

Some of our roles are subject to pre employment vetting, which may include DBS checks. We encourage you to complete any vetting documents promptly. We occasionally close vacancies early when high volume of applications is received - we recommend you apply early. If you require a reasonable adjustment due to a disability that may require a longer application process, please contact us as soon as possible. We support flexible working arrangements and welcome discussions with the hiring manager about suitable options.