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Cleaner (m/f/d) for a minijob in Hamburg — from €16 an hour, one regular site, paid vacation.

Our team of permanently employed cleaners is fully staffed, and we’re not actively hiring right now. You’re still welcome to send us an open application for future minijob (Minijob, a German marginal-employment job) openings at any time — when we take on new office sites, we look to our applicant pool first.

The essentials

Your job as a cleaner at Ruiz in Hamburg

ℹ️Hiring status: Our team of permanently employed cleaners is fully staffed at the moment — we’re not actively hiring. That said, we always welcome open applications for future openings!

As a minijob cleaner at Ruiz Büroreinigung Hamburg, you’re part of a real team. No faceless corporation, no temp agency work (Leiharbeit), and zero subcontractors. You take charge of one regular, well-kept office site in Hamburg (a law firm, an IT company, or an agency), with short, predictable hours that fit easily into your everyday life.

We know that good work deserves fair conditions. That’s why we pay above the collectively agreed wage (Tariflohn), starting at €16.00 an hour, and give you full paid vacation. We also support our team beyond the job — for example, with hands-on help finding an apartment through our contacts at SAGA, Hamburg’s municipal housing company, and at local housing cooperatives (Wohnungsbaugenossenschaften), and with government paperwork.

Whether you want reliable extra income alongside your studies, your main job, or family life, you can count on us for on-time pay, clear processes, and genuine respect. To find out who’s behind Ruiz, visit our About us page.

Your benefits

Why cleaners enjoy working at Ruiz

With us, you’re more than a number. We offer fair terms, modern equipment, and a close-knit, family-like workplace.

From €16/hour & non-cash benefits

  • Pay above the collectively agreed wage, from €16.00 an hour
  • Performance bonuses for especially careful work
  • Up to €50/month on a tax-free gift card, under § 8(2) of the German Income Tax Act (EStG)
  • On-time, transparent pay

Short, predictable shifts

  • Short shifts of about 1–3 hours
  • Mornings before the office opens or evenings after everyone has gone home
  • Fixed weekdays that we agree on with you
  • Easy to combine with family, studies, or a main job

Your own regular office site

  • Work independently, always at the same site
  • Central neighborhoods: HafenCity, Harvestehude, Rotherbaum, Winterhude
  • Well-kept law firms, IT offices, and agencies
  • Modern office spaces only

Onboarding & professional equipment

  • Thorough, personal onboarding on site
  • Professional cleaning products from Dr. Schnell
  • Modern equipment from Numatic and Unger
  • High-quality workwear, free of charge

Your workday

What you do every day as an office cleaner

  • Every shift
  • Weekly
  • Always

1. Desks & offices

  • Damp-wipe clear desk and shelf surfacesEvery shift
  • Empty wastebaskets and sort recyclablesEvery shift
  • Disinfect high-touch surfaces, light switches, and door handlesEvery shift
  • Dust monitors and sensitive IT equipment (dry cloth only)Weekly

2. Kitchenettes & break areas

  • Clean and sanitize countertops, sinks, and tablesEvery shift
  • Wipe down the fronts of the coffee machine, fridge, and microwaveWeekly
  • Restock supplies (soap, dish soap, paper)Every shift
  • Empty trash cans and replace the linersEvery shift

3. Restrooms (four-color system)

  • Thoroughly disinfect toilets, urinals, and sinksEvery shift
  • Polish mirrors and faucets until streak-freeEvery shift
  • Wet-mop tiled floors (red and yellow color codes)Every shift
  • Refill soap dispensers and paper towelsEvery shift

4. Floors & time tracking

  • Mop floors (parquet, vinyl, tile) using the right method for each materialEvery shift
  • Vacuum carpets thoroughly with brush-roll vacuumsEvery shift
  • Clock in and out digitally on your smartphoneEvery shift
  • Keep site keys secure as specified in the signed handover recordAlways

Every site has a clear scope of work (Leistungs­verzeichnis). You always know exactly what needs to be done — no rushing, and always to a clear quality standard.

Your work environment:Offices & law firms onlyNo private homesFixed working hours

Shift options

Working hours that fit your life

Office cleaning happens outside regular business hours, and you pick the time slot that suits you best.

Popular with early risers

Early bird

Morning shift before the office opens

Ideal before your main job or classes: you clean the office in peace and quiet before the client’s staff arrive. After that, the rest of the day is yours.

approx. 6:00–8:30 a.m. · Mon–Fri

Most popular

After work

Evening shift after the office closes

Perfect after class or family time: you start as soon as the offices are empty and leave every room sparkling for the next workday.

approx. 5:30–8:30 p.m. · Mon–Fri

Weekends

Saturday shifts by arrangement

Some office clients request cleaning on Saturday mornings. We assign these shifts only by prior arrangement and only to team members who volunteer.

Saturdays, flexible · as needed

Your hours are tracked digitally on your smartphone — to the minute, transparent, and easy to verify.

Your profile

What you bring to a minijob at Ruiz

Experience in commercial cleaning is welcome but not required. Reliability and care matter far more.

What you’ll need (requirements)

  • Reliability, punctuality, and a strong sense of responsibility
  • German at a B1 level or higher
  • A clean police clearance certificate (Führungszeugnis), since our clients include law firms
  • A careful, independent work style
  • Interest in a long-term working relationship

Nice to have (not required)

  • Experience in commercial office or building cleaning
  • A valid HVV public transit pass or another way to get around Hamburg
  • Flexibility to cover for teammates on short notice
  • An eye for detail and cleanliness

Family business

An employer that stands by its team

Ruiz Büroreinigung Hamburg is not a faceless corporation. As an owner-managed family business, we know every one of our employees personally and by name. We’re proud that many of the people who were with us from the start are still here today — because we keep our word, pay wages on time, and respect our teams.

Hamburg can be a tough city to settle in, especially when it comes to the housing market and dealing with government offices. We don’t let our team face that alone: through long-standing contacts at SAGA and Hamburg’s housing cooperatives, we actively help colleagues find an apartment — from the WBS application and the tenant self-disclosure form (Mieterselbstauskunft) to the cover letter. We also help with appointments at government offices.

Our team brings together colleagues from 11 countries. We work in German, Spanish, and English every day — and we look forward to welcoming every new team member who shares our values.

What clients say

Hamburg businesses trust Ruiz with their office cleaning

Genuine reviews from Hamburg businesses — published on Google, linked, and easy to check.

5.0 out of 5 · 28 reviews on Google

Reviews from January 2020 to March 2026

  • Kelvin Spelter Google review

    5 out of 5 stars

    Reliable, thorough, and always punctual — that’s exactly how I picture professional office cleaning. 😊👍🏻

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  • Mar Nis Google review

    5 out of 5 stars

    We’re extremely satisfied with Ruiz Gebäudereinigung for our office on Sandtorkai. The cleaning is thorough and reliable. The team works professionally, and they’re flexible and punctual here. The service can only be described as excellent!

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  • Delphi Communications Google review

    5 out of 5 stars

    We’re very satisfied with Ruiz Gebäudeservice. The team is reliable, works thoroughly, and always ensures a clean office. The collaboration runs smoothly.

    It’s a great relief not to have to worry about cleanliness everything gets done reliably. If you’re looking for a professional cleaning service, you’ve come to exactly the right place. A clear recommendation!

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  • Coldsense Technologies Google review

    5 out of 5 stars

    We’re very satisfied with the cleaning service. The team works reliably and thoroughly. The service is professional and flexible, so even short-notice adjustments can be made without any problems.

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  • Tobias Judmaier Google review

    5 out of 5 stars

    For some time now, we’ve been relying on Ruiz Gebäudereinigung for the daily cleaning of our offices in HafenCity, which are about 890 m² in size. We’re super satisfied! The quality of the cleaning is top-notch, and the prices are fair.

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  • Ivana Bradaric-Meyer Google review

    5 out of 5 stars

    We (KREBS +KIEFER Ingenieure) are more than satisfied with the services of Ruiz Gebäudeservice Hamburg and can wholeheartedly recommend them.

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A selection from our Google reviews. We have matched each review shown here to a client assignment. As of October 4, 2026

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Applicant FAQ

Frequently asked questions about working as a minijob cleaner

Everything you need to know about pay, vacation, shifts, and applying to Ruiz Büroreinigung Hamburg.

Still have a question?

Just give us a call at +49 40 54 814 832 or email jobs@bueroreinigung-ruiz.de.

PayHow much will I earn in a minijob at Ruiz Büroreinigung?

Your pay starts at €16.00 an hour, which is above the current €15.00 industry minimum wage in commercial cleaning. On top of that, we pay performance bonuses for especially reliable and thorough work. Your wages arrive in your bank account on time, with full transparency.

BenefitsAre there non-cash benefits on top of the hourly wage?

Yes. By arrangement, you’ll receive a tax-free gift card worth up to €50 a month. Under § 8(2) of the German Income Tax Act (EStG), this non-cash benefit (Sachbezug) is completely free of tax and social security contributions — so it’s 100% net, on top of your wages.

VacationDo I get paid vacation in a minijob, too?

Absolutely. Even in a minijob, you have the full prorated paid vacation entitlement (Urlaubsanspruch) under the Federal Vacation Act (BUrlG). For example, if you work 3 days a week, you’re entitled to 12 paid vacation days a year (assuming the company runs a 5-day workweek). We calculate your entitlement transparently and plan your vacation with you well in advance.

ShiftsWhen would I work as a cleaner, and for how long?

You work short, fixed shifts of about 1 to 3 hours that are easy to plan around — either in the morning before the workday starts (approx. 6:00–8:30 a.m.) or in the evening after the office closes (approx. 5:30–8:30 p.m.). The main working days are Monday through Friday. Weekend shifts are by prior arrangement only.

SiteWill I be moved from site to site?

No. You’re assigned one regular office site in Hamburg, which you look after independently on a set schedule. You get to know the rooms, the routines, and the quality standard inside out, and you won’t be shuffled from one location to the next.

ExperienceDo I need previous experience in commercial cleaning?

Experience is a plus, but it isn’t a requirement. Reliability, thoroughness, and a willingness to learn matter more. Every new cleaner is trained on site by experienced colleagues and learns to use the equipment (Numatic, Unger) and cleaning products (Dr. Schnell).

SecurityWhy do I need a police clearance certificate?

Our cleaners work in the offices of law firms, tax advisors, IT companies, and agencies — confidential spaces with sensitive documents and servers. That’s why a clean police clearance certificate (Führungszeugnis) is a condition of employment. We’re happy to help you apply for one at the local citizens’ office (Bürgeramt).

LanguagesWhat level of German do I need?

You should speak and understand German at a B1 level or higher so you can read cleaning schedules with confidence and coordinate with your team. Since our team comes from 11 countries, many of your colleagues also speak Spanish or English.

LanguagesCan I apply in Spanish or English, too?

Yes. If your written German isn’t perfect yet, you’re welcome to send your résumé and a short cover letter in Spanish, English, or your native language. We read every application carefully and will get back to you.

HousingHow does Ruiz help me find an apartment in Hamburg?

We have long-standing contacts at SAGA and at several Hamburg housing cooperatives. A number of colleagues have already found affordable apartments through us. We actively help with forms, applications for a WBS (the certificate that qualifies you for subsidized housing), tenant self-disclosure forms, and rent guarantees (Bürgschaften).

How it worksHow does the application process work, and how soon will I hear back?

It’s simple: email your résumé and a short cover letter to jobs@bueroreinigung-ruiz.de. Let us know your preferred time slot (mornings or evenings) and when you could start. We’ll get back to you within 24 hours.

Apply now

Join our cleaning team in Hamburg.

Email your résumé and a short cover letter, including your preferred time slot (mornings or evenings), to jobs@bueroreinigung-ruiz.de, or give us a call. We’ll get back to you within 24 hours.

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