Job Title: Food Service Worker
Location: Philadelphia, PA 19138
Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Hourly Rate : $15 to $17
This is a pooled requisition for the 2025–2026 school year. If selected, your tentative start date will be August 2025.
Join Green Tree School & Services, an Approved Private School (APS) providing specialized, full-time out-of-district placements for students with emotional and autism support needs. Our multidisciplinary team, including special education teachers, therapists, and counselors, delivers a holistic approach with evidence-based interventions to support each student’s unique journey. Through individualized instruction, community integration, and programs in art, music, and vocational training, we empower students to reach their full potential.
At the heart of our work are our core values — integrity, accountability, collaboration, inclusion, and support — which guide how we show up for students, families, and each other every day.
Why Join Us?
- Hourly Rate – $15.00 to $17.00 per hour based on education and experience.
- Weekday Schedule – Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
- Paid School Breaks & Time Off – Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
- Comprehensive Benefits – Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
- Financial Perks – Benefit from a 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
- Professional Development – Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
- Supportive Team – Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
- Make an Impact – Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment.
Your Role as a Food Service Worker
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Kitchen and Dining Area Maintenance – Maintains cleanliness, safety, and sanitation in the kitchen, serving, and dining areas by following approved housekeeping and safety protocols.
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Cleaning Duties – Participates in the scheduled cleaning of food production areas to ensure a hygienic work environment.
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Food Safety and Compliance – Demonstrates and upholds food safety standards in line with USDA, HACCP, State regulations, Health Department guidelines, and Food Services Department policies.
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Storage Area Management – Keeps freezers, refrigerators, and dry storage areas clean, organized, and compliant with health standards.
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Meal Preparation Support – Assists in preparing meals according to standardized recipes to ensure quality, consistency, and nutritional compliance.
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Standards Adherence in Absence of Management – Upholds all food preparation and service procedures, including portion control and HACCP compliance, in the absence of the Food Services Manager.
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Product Testing and Feedback – Participates in evaluating new food products and supports student taste-testing events under the direction of the Food Services Manager.
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Additional Responsibilities – Carries out other duties as assigned by the Lead Food Services Worker, Food Services Manager, or school administration
What Helps You Thrive in This Role
- You have a high school diploma or equivalent
- ServSafe Certification is required
- You’re passionate about helping people with behavioral or learning differences thrive, showing your supportive and inclusive spirit.
- You bring a calm, caring, and patient attitude, grounded in integrity
- You’re a strong team player who listens well and communicates clearly, that’s the collaborative mindset we value.
- You’re comfortable with basic computer skills (e.g., email, Word, Excel, Google Docs), which helps you stay accountable and connected
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today!
At Green Tree School & Services, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!
