How to hire a cleaning crew member

How to hire a cleaning crew member, step by step

Here's a step-by-step cleaning crew member hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a cleaning crew member job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new cleaning crew member
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a cleaning crew member, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A cleaning crew member's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, cleaning crew members from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of cleaning crew members and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Cleaning Crew Member	Description	Hourly rate
   Cleaning Crew Member	Janitors and building cleaners keep many types of buildings clean, orderly, and in good condition.	$10-17
   Maid	Maids are individuals who perform domestic chores like ironing, grocery shopping, cleaning, and laundry. Primarily, maids oversee the maintenance of wardrobes, serve meals, and lay out clothes... Show more	$9-16
   Custodian	A custodian, also referred to as janitor, is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and helping protect all facilities. Custodians make sure everything is clean, neat, in order, and free from clutter and safe... Show more	$11-18

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Cleanliness
   • Window Sills
   • Bathroom Fixtures
   • Office Buildings
   • Public Restrooms
   • Squeegees
   • Safety Regulations
   • Sponges
   • Mop Floors
   • Office Space
   • Paper Towels
   • Commercial Cleaning
   • Clean Bathrooms
   • Glass Partitions

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Used power hoses, power sprayers and squeegees.
   • Maintain cleanliness and organization of basement stock area.
   • Maintain kitchen equipment, assuring cleanliness and safe operation.
   • Demonstrate ability to lift and move heavy objects owing to exceptional physical dexterity.
   • Keep storage areas well stock, clean and tidy, wash windows, disinfect equipment, and wash dishes.

   More cleaning crew member duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your cleaning crew member job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A cleaning crew member salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a cleaning crew member in Louisiana may be lower than in Nevada, and an entry-level cleaning crew member usually earns less than a senior-level cleaning crew member. Additionally, a cleaning crew member with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average cleaning crew member salary

   $13.53hourly

   $28,141 yearly

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   Entry-level cleaning crew member salary

   $21,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 9, 2026

   Average cleaning crew member salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Nevada	$34,043	$16
   2	Oregon	$31,204	$15
   3	Arizona	$30,213	$15
   4	Illinois	$29,159	$14
   5	Missouri	$26,844	$13
   6	Iowa	$26,340	$13
   7	Nebraska	$25,435	$12
   8	Tennessee	$25,395	$12
   9	North Carolina	$25,115	$12
   10	Indiana	$25,100	$12
   11	Virginia	$24,445	$12
   12	Kansas	$24,054	$12
   13	Georgia	$23,586	$11
   14	Texas	$23,583	$11
   15	Kentucky	$23,472	$11
   16	Florida	$22,932	$11
   17	Ohio	$22,187	$11
   18	New Mexico	$22,027	$11
   19	Alabama	$21,820	$10
   20	South Carolina	$21,141	$10

   Average cleaning crew member salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Valley Brook Country Club	$36,645	$17.62
   2	Sycuan Casino Resort	$33,614	$16.16
   3	House of Blues	$32,770	$15.75
   4	ATI Physical Therapy	$31,198	$15.00	1
   5	Cushman & Wakefield	$30,540	$14.68	187
   6	Central City Concern	$30,364	$14.60	1
   7	Emagine Entertainment	$29,816	$14.33	3
   8	MyrtleBeach.com	$29,407	$14.14
   9	Long Island Ducks	$29,364	$14.12
   10	Raising Cane's	$29,144	$14.01	470
   11	Farm Bureau Financial Services	$29,107	$13.99
   12	Opportunity Enterprises	$29,010	$13.95	3
   13	ManpowerGroup	$28,792	$13.84	15
   14	Live Nation Entertainment	$28,697	$13.80	84
   15	First Transit	$28,606	$13.75
   16	Kelly Services	$28,487	$13.70	24
   17	TELACU Residential Management	$28,019	$13.47
   18	Aramark	$27,928	$13.43	229
   19	PeopleReady	$27,887	$13.41	74
   20	Six Flags	$27,840	$13.38	5

4. Writing a cleaning crew member job description

   A good cleaning crew member job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a cleaning crew member job description:

   Cleaning crew member job description example

   As a Cleaning Crew Member, you'll maintain the cleanliness of the restaurant, kitchen and retail shop to make sure that every nook and cranny is spotless.
   This position is primarily 3rd shift.
   Responsibilities:
   In this role, you'll work alongside the kitchen, dining room and retail shop teams to keep the dining room, retail shop, front porch, and kitchen clean.
   Qualifications:
   You will need to be 18 years old, able to stand for long periods, work in a variety of environments, be expected to lift, load and carry up to 40 pounds, and work with hot and cold food items. You must be able to understand and carry out instructions while working effectively with co-workers and managers. We'd love to get to know you!
   
   We'd love to get to know you! Text " CBJOBS " to 97211 to start your application or click "Apply for the job online" above.
   
   NOTE: Racism, either overt or perpetuated through unconscious bias, has no place at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, and both our Mission and People Promise are firmly rooted in the principle of valuing what everyone brings to the table. Our employees work hard to ensure that our brand, which is grounded in genuine hospitality and nostalgia, represents only what is good about those things. While our d cor and food may harken back to earlier times, our inclusive culture and beliefs about equality and diversity do not.
   
   Come for the biscuits and stay for the perks- Cracker Barrel offers our employees:
   Culture of Belonging: We believe in Family. We care about your wellbeing and your success. We foster an atmosphere where employees care for each other like family. Our employees are encouraged to be themselves, and this means we accept and celebrate our differences. Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Top Notch Training: PAR Training program: our hourly employee training program is built to help you grow and succeed. Earn your stars and be rewarded with pay increases We have a unique role of the Employee Training Coordinator at each location and their purpose is to help you be successful in your role Cross Training- If you thrive in an environment where no day is the same, you can cross train and work in a variety of roles for your store Diverse Career Paths: Cracker Barrel values internal development- whether you want to become an Employee Training Coordinator, a Shift Leader, a Restaurant or Retail Manager, or come join us at our Home Office in Lebanon, TN to work in corporate support for our stores; we are committed to helping you reach your personal career goals. Competitive Pay and Benefits: Competitive pay based on your experience with opportunities to earn additional pay increases with the PAR Training program Paychecks weekly or daily - You can access the pay you have earned throughout the week! Flexible Schedules Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits starting on day 1 401K with company matching starting at 90 days Vacation Time 35% off restaurant and retail items Employee Stock Purchasing Program

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5. Post your job

   To find the right cleaning crew member for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with cleaning crew members they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit cleaning crew members who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your cleaning crew member job on Zippia to find and recruit cleaning crew member candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit cleaning crew members, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new cleaning crew member

   Once you have selected a candidate for the cleaning crew member position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new cleaning crew member. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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