Food Service Worker (2025-2026)

Food Service Worker

Location: Philadelphia Hebrew Public (3300 Henry Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19129)

Start Date: Immediate

Compensation: $28,000 or above (more details below)

Contact: [email protected]

Why PHP?

PHP is part of a small and growing network of schools operated by Hebrew Public: Charter Schools for Global Citizens. We are a secular organization that welcomes candidates of all backgrounds to join our supportive and inclusive community. Our network of public charter schools serves children from all backgrounds and helps them become global citizens who are great problem solvers, aware communicators, and lifelong learners who make a positive difference in the world around them. Our schools are models of racial and economic integration, academic excellence, and world language learning. Join us in building something extraordinary!

What you’ll love about us?

Great staff transform student lives. At Hebrew Public, you will be part of a team dedicated to improving student outcomes and helping students grow into empathetic, ethical, and curious global citizens.

Salary and benefits will be highly competitive, equitable, and commensurate with experience. Salaries range from $28,000 or above based on experience and qualifications.

Potential benefits* include:

• Health Coverage: Medical: Employer covers 85% of premiums, Dental: Employer covers 85% of premiums, Vision: 100% covered by employer

• Retirement: 5% Employer Match of your annual salary dollar for dollar. No vesting period.

• Additional Compensation: Opportunities for performance bonuses and additional stipends.

• Wellness Matters: Mental health resources and employee assistance programs.

• Perks for You: Discounts on wellness programs & gym memberships

• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 20+ holidays, 10 PTO days (10 month staff) and 14 PTO days (12 month staff)

• Family First: 6 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks for non-primary caregivers when welcoming your new child.

• Fertility Services: Coverage of fertility services and minimal out-of-pocket costs

• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts: Up to $3,000 in HRA funds

• Employer-Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance: AD&D benefit of one times salary through UNUM. This valuable benefit is provided at no cost to you.

• Learn & Grow: Access to workshops, certifications, and ongoing professional development

• Advance Your Career: University partnerships for certification.

• Travel: Opportunities for global travel experiences.

*Benefits packages vary depending on the role.

What’s the role

We are seeking a driven Food Service Worker that operates with a high sense of urgency and possesses a strong work ethic. Candidates for this position do NOT need to speak Hebrew. The school is eager to consider applications from traditionally underrepresented groups.

What you’ll do

• Support in overseeing the checking, inspecting, and storing of incoming food and supplies as well as maintaining inventory levels of all food and supplies.

• Check expiration dates and conditions of all inbound food supplies. .

• Support with the preparation and service of meals to students following the planned menu.

• Serve student breakfasts and lunches in the cafeteria and individual classrooms as required.

• Maintain the highest level of sanitation and safety for food preparation and equipment.

• Clean work areas, equipment and utensils.

• Serve students in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service.

• Resolve student concerns and relay relevant information to the supervisor.

• Assure compliance with all sanitation and safety requirements.

• Package and distribute multiple meals for at-home consumption during hybrid and school closures.

• Supports operations team with other projects not exclusive to food service as needed.

Who you are

• A basic knowledge of food preparation.

• High sanitation standards and practices, and a passion for quality food.

• Food service experience preferred; ServSafe Certification a plus.

• A positive attitude and interest in working with school staff and students.

• Reliable transportation to and from work. Attendance/punctuality is crucial.

• Ability to lift 25-30 lbs.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• All candidates must submit to State, Federal and Child Abuse Clearances.

• Candidates who are SafeServ Food Handler certified are preferred.

Our commitment

We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. Candidates of color and those from backgrounds that are underrepresented in school leadership roles are particularly encouraged to apply. Don't meet every single requirement? We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.

If you need accommodations or assistance due to a disability, please reach out to us at [email protected]. This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.

For more information please visit our websites below.

CMO Website: www.hebrewpublic.org

School Website: https://philadelphiahebrewpublic.org/

Apply today at [email protected] and be part of something extraordinary.