Posted 2 months ago
Janitor
@ Purdys Chocolatier
Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
Purdys Chocolatier is hiring a Janitor for its Chocolate Factory in Vancouver, BC. The role is a six-month contract, full time, Monday to Friday 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM, at $19.53 per hour plus applicable premiums, with a possible permanent full-time position based on performance. The work covers cleaning production and common areas, daily garbage and recycling removal, and preventative maintenance under food safety rules.
Pay:
$19.53 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Clean production and common areas of the facility
- Remove garbage and recycling daily
- Complete preventative maintenance tasks and records
- Follow GMP, SQF and food safety procedures
- Support workplace safety initiatives
Requirements summary:
- Available Monday to Friday, 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM
- Communicate effectively in spoken and written English
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Physically capable of janitorial and cleaning duties
- OFA Level 2 or Level 3 certificate (asset)
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-13
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-13
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Cleaning & custodial |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | evening, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | OFA Level 2, OFA Level 3 |
| Perks mentioned | Employee discount |
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Purdys Chocolatier
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Canada's Chocolatier since 1907. Made with sustainable cocoa.
Full company description
At Purdys Chocolatier we are passionate about transporting you to an extraordinary, personal chocolate experience. Our inspired chocolatiers support farmers and growers locally and around the world. We source the very best ingredients to create the perfect chocolate moment. Purdys’ chocolates are made fresh daily in our Vancouver chocolate factory kitchen. Essentials such as ginger from Australia, cashews form India, salt from the Himalayas, chocolate from Belgium, cocoa from Ecuador and Peru, and dairy products from local farms hint at the expansive ingredient list. At Purdys we have been crafting extraordinary chocolate experiences for Canadians for over 105 years. With original recipes like our mascarpone cheese Tiramisu Truffle, you will always find new creations alongside your favourites to tempt and inspire you. Everyone has a favourite. Every chocolate has a story.
- LinkedIn followers
- 9,393
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 529
- Reported office locations
- 8330 Chester Street, Vancouver, B.C. V5X 3Y7, CA
- 2777 Kingsway, Vancouver, B.C. V5R 5H7, CA
- Business categories
- E-Commerce
- Retail
- Food Processing
- Other recorded names
- Purdys Chocolatier
- Specialties
- chocolate
- candy
- ice cream
- specialty chocolate
- business gifts
- fundraising
- custom packaging
- gift baskets
- weddings
- and corporate gifting
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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At Purdys Chocolatier we are passionate about transporting you to an extraordinary, personal chocolate experience. Our inspired chocolatiers support farmers and growers locally and around the world. We source the very best ingredients to create the perfect chocolate moment. Purdys’ chocolates are made fresh daily in our Vancouver chocolate factory kitchen. Essentials such as ginger from Australia, cashews form…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Vancouver, B.C. |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1907 |
| Specialties | chocolatecandyice creamspecialty chocolatebusiness giftsfundraisingcustom packaginggift basketsweddingsand corporate gifting |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 72 |
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Job type: Full Time, 6 month contract
Expected Rate of Pay: $19.53 per hour plus applicable premiums
Do you have a keen eye for detail, strong communication skills, and enjoy working in a positive team environment?
As a proud Canadian chocolatier, Purdys Chocolatier creates connection and joy through the power of chocolate. We're looking for a dedicated Janitor to join our Chocolate Factory team in Vancouver, BC.
This is a six-month contract position with the opportunity to be considered for a permanent full-time role based on performance.
What You'll Do
As a Janitor, you'll play an important role in maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient facility while supporting our commitment to quality and food safety.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Following all company GMP, SQF, and food safety policies and procedures
- Carrying out responsibilities identified in the Purdys Quality Management System, including required documentation and quality checks
- Cleaning production and common areas throughout the facility
- Removing garbage and recycling materials daily
- Completing preventative maintenance tasks and maintaining accurate records
- Supporting workplace safety initiatives and helping identify potential hazards
- Assisting with other duties as required
You Are a Great Fit If You:
- Are available to work Monday to Friday, 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM
- Communicate effectively in spoken and written English
- Enjoy working collaboratively and contributing to a positive team environment
- Have excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
- Can complete neat, accurate, and legible records and reports
- Are physically capable of performing janitorial and cleaning duties
- Take direction well and work effectively with a variety of people
- Hold an OFA Level 2 or Level 3 certificate (considered an asset)
Why You'll Love Working at Purdys
- Employee discount on delicious Purdys chocolate
- Employee Referral Program with cash rewards
- A supportive team environment where everyone contributes to creating incredible Purdys moments
- Opportunities to learn, grow, and develop your skills
- The potential to be considered for a permanent full-time position based on performance
Important Information
- This is a unionized work environment. Union membership is required upon hire.
- For the safety of our employees, CSA-approved steel-toe footwear is mandatory.
Ready to join a team that's passionate about quality, teamwork, and chocolate? We'd love to hear from you!
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, and while we wish we could personally reach out to everyone, we can only contact those selected for an interview.
We genuinely care about providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email at [email protected]. We're here to help!
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