Commercial Kitchen/Fryer Service Technician Rhode Island
Benefits:
Free uniforms
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
401(k)
Locations: Based out of Smithfield, RI, service areas include Rhode Island and Bristol County, MA
Commercial Kitchen/Fryer Service Technician — Day or Night Shift
Location: Based out of Smithfield, RI Employment Type: Full-time Hours: Guaranteed 40 hours per week Day Shift Pay: $18/hour during paid training; $21/hour after training Night Shift Pay: $22/hour during paid training; $25/hour after training
About Us
Since 1996, Armor Lane Enterprises, Inc., an independently owned franchisee of Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions, has provided commercial fryer service and deep kitchen cleaning to food-service operations throughout the region.
Our customers include major sports venues, universities, hospitals, restaurants, and other commercial food-service facilities.
We are currently hiring for one day-shift position and one night-shift position. Both openings are for the same Commercial Kitchen Service Technician role. The work includes both fryer and cooking-oil service and commercial kitchen deep cleaning.
See what the work looks like: https://gofilta.com/places/north-easton-ma/
Compensation and Paid Training
Day Shift
Starting base pay of $18 per hour
Base pay increases to $21 per hour after successful completion of training
No shift differential applies to day-shift hours
Night Shift
Starting base pay of $18 per hour
An additional $4-per-hour night-shift differential
Total pay during training is $22 per hour
Base pay increases to $21 per hour after successful completion of training
Total pay after training is $25 per hour, including the $4-per-hour night-shift differential
Training is fully paid and typically takes approximately four weeks to complete.
Both positions are:
Guaranteed 40 hours per week
Eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable law
Eligible for company benefits, subject to the applicable eligibility requirements
Work Schedules
Day Shift
Monday through Friday
Five scheduled shifts per week
Typical hours: An 8 hour shift is scheduled and the start time will vary from 0500-0800.
No regularly scheduled weekend shifts
Start and finish times may vary by approximately one hour depending on customer requirements, travel time, and scheduled work
Night Shift
Typical hours are approximately 9:00 p.m.–5:00 a.m.
Start and finish times may vary by approximately one hour depending on customer requirements, travel time, and scheduled work
Night operations run seven days per week
Each technician works five scheduled shifts per week
Weekend coverage is included in a planned rotation among three crews
Weekend shifts are part of the position, but employees are not scheduled every weekend
Schedules are planned in advance so employees know which days and weekends they are assigned to work
Every shift begins at our Rhode Island base of operations. Technicians travel to customer locations in company vans and return the van, equipment, and supplies to the base at the end of every shift.
Employees return home after completing the shift and checking in at the base of operations. Company vans are not taken home.
What You’ll Do
As a Commercial Kitchen Service Technician, you will be trained to perform both fryer service and deep commercial kitchen cleaning. The type of work performed during each shift will depend on the customer route and scheduled projects.
Fryer and Cooking-Oil Service
Clean and maintain commercial deep fryers
Filter, handle, and manage cooking oil using specialized vacuum-based equipment
Follow planned customer routes and service schedules
Safely load, unload, and maneuver equipment
Provide professional and dependable service at customer locations
Document completed services and report equipment or customer concerns
Commercial Kitchen Deep Cleaning
Deep clean commercial kitchen walls, floors, ceilings, and equipment areas
Prepare and protect customer work areas before cleaning begins
Operate commercial cleaning equipment safely
Follow company procedures and customer-site requirements
Work with team members to complete projects thoroughly and efficiently
Clean, inspect, and properly store equipment after each project
Additional Responsibilities
Maintain cleaning equipment, tools, supplies, and company van inventory
Keep company vehicles and equipment clean and organized
Perform routine vehicle and equipment duties at our base of operations
Follow company, customer, sanitation, and safety procedures
Communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and management
Report safety concerns, equipment problems, and service issues promptly
Represent Armor Lane Enterprises professionally at every customer location
What We Provide
Approximately four weeks of paid, hands-on training
A guaranteed 40-hour workweek
Consistent scheduling
Overtime eligibility
A $4-per-hour differential for eligible night-shift hours
Company vans for scheduled routes and customer projects
All required tools and commercial cleaning equipment
Uniforms and personal protective equipment
Established customers and planned service work
A combination of independent route work and team-based projects
Up to two weeks of paid time off for eligible employees
Access to a 401(k) retirement savings plan for eligible employees; employer matching is not currently offered
A supportive, team-oriented working environment
Qualifications
Successful candidates must have:
A valid driver’s license
A driving history that meets our commercial automobile insurer’s requirements
A satisfactory driving record covering the previous five years
Reliable transportation to and from our Rhode Island base of operations
The ability to work the assigned day or night schedule consistently
Sunday availability
Saturday availability when required for Fenway Park or TD Garden events
A strong work ethic and dependable attendance
The ability to work independently and follow established routines
The ability to work effectively as part of a team
Professional communication and customer-service skills
The ability to safely lift up to 75 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
The ability to maneuver equipment on ramps and lift gates
The ability to perform physical work throughout the assigned shift
The ability to pass required background and motor-vehicle-record checks
Spanish-English bilingual skills are helpful but not required.
Previous experience in commercial cleaning, food service, delivery, route service, sanitation, warehouse operations, facilities maintenance, or equipment operation is helpful but not required. Comprehensive training is provided.
Location and Transportation
Every shift begins and ends at our base of operations in Smithfield, RI.
Technicians travel to customer locations in company vans and return to the base at the end of each shift. Applicants are responsible for providing their own reliable transportation to and from the base.
Because punctual attendance is essential, candidates should live within a reasonable commuting distance of the facility.
Our Hiring Process
A 20–30-minute phone conversation to discuss:
Your preferred shift
Compensation and paid training
Schedule and weekend availability
Driving and physical requirements
Your experience and interest in the position
Candidates will visit our facility or a customer site to:
Meet members of the team
See the vehicles and equipment used in the role
Learn what a typical shift involves
Review the physical and safety requirements
Discuss reliability, customer service, and schedule expectations
Ask practical questions about the work
Selected candidates will receive a written offer, subject to required background and motor-vehicle-record checks.
Paid, hands-on training begins after all pre-employment requirements have been completed and typically lasts approximately four weeks.
Apply Today
Join a dependable team that helps commercial food-service operations keep their kitchens clean, safe, and operating efficiently.
When applying, indicate whether you are interested in the:
Day-shift opening
Night-shift opening
Either available shift
Armor Lane Enterprises, Inc. is an independently owned Filta franchise. Employees in this position work for Armor Lane Enterprises, Inc., not The Filta Group, Inc.