Whitsons Culinary Group
Food service worker/Utility - KIPP Philadelphia Prep School Nutrition
Whitsons Culinary Group, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States, 19117
Food service worker/Utility - KIPP Philadelphia Prep School Nutrition
Philadelphia, PA, USA
Requisition Number
14826
Location
Kipp Philadelphia Prep Academy
Job Description
Food Service Utility Worker – Help Us Keep Our School Kitchen Sparkling!
Do you take pride in keeping things clean, organized, and running smoothly? Our school nutrition team is looking for a dependable Food Service Utility Worker to help us maintain a safe, spotless kitchen and support meal service for students every day.
What You’ll Do:
Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
Clean and sanitize prep areas, counters, and floors
Take out trash and keep storage areas tidy
Assist with receiving and organizing food deliveries
Support the kitchen team with basic prep tasks when needed
You’re a Great Fit If You:
Take pride in cleanliness and working efficiently
Follow safety and sanitation rules carefully
Stay positive and helpful—even when it’s busy
Enjoy being active and on your feet throughout the day
Have previous food service or janitorial experience (a plus, not required!)
What We Offer:
Consistent schedule – no nights or weekends!
On-the-job training (no experience needed!)
Friendly, team-oriented school environment
Job stability and growth opportunities
Competitive pay + benefits (medical, dental, vision, PTO for eligible employees)
Why Join Us?
At Whitsons, we believe every role is essential in fueling young minds and supporting learning. As a Utility Worker, you’ll help create a safe, clean kitchen where students receive healthy meals every day.
Join our mission: Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™. Apply today!
Requirements
Education:High School or GEDCertifications:Food Handling certification preferred but not requiredOther Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:Speak and read English• Some experience helpful• Be able to lift 40 pounds or morePHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB:• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required:• To stand, walk, talk and hear; use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools and controls; and reach with hands and arms.• The employee is frequently required to lift and move up to 40 lbs• Specific vision abilities required by this job include being able to see in dim lit areas such as walk-ins and storage areas.• Position may require extended hours including evenings and/or weekends, possible travel to other work sites.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The work is performed primarily in kitchen and storage setting The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday. Follows a school calendar.
Supervisor
Sabrina Chestnut
Salary Target
14
Philadelphia, PA, USA
Requisition Number
14826
Location
Kipp Philadelphia Prep Academy
Job Description
Food Service Utility Worker – Help Us Keep Our School Kitchen Sparkling!
Do you take pride in keeping things clean, organized, and running smoothly? Our school nutrition team is looking for a dependable Food Service Utility Worker to help us maintain a safe, spotless kitchen and support meal service for students every day.
What You’ll Do:
Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
Clean and sanitize prep areas, counters, and floors
Take out trash and keep storage areas tidy
Assist with receiving and organizing food deliveries
Support the kitchen team with basic prep tasks when needed
You’re a Great Fit If You:
Take pride in cleanliness and working efficiently
Follow safety and sanitation rules carefully
Stay positive and helpful—even when it’s busy
Enjoy being active and on your feet throughout the day
Have previous food service or janitorial experience (a plus, not required!)
What We Offer:
Consistent schedule – no nights or weekends!
On-the-job training (no experience needed!)
Friendly, team-oriented school environment
Job stability and growth opportunities
Competitive pay + benefits (medical, dental, vision, PTO for eligible employees)
Why Join Us?
At Whitsons, we believe every role is essential in fueling young minds and supporting learning. As a Utility Worker, you’ll help create a safe, clean kitchen where students receive healthy meals every day.
Join our mission: Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™. Apply today!
Requirements
Education:High School or GEDCertifications:Food Handling certification preferred but not requiredOther Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:Speak and read English• Some experience helpful• Be able to lift 40 pounds or morePHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB:• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required:• To stand, walk, talk and hear; use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools and controls; and reach with hands and arms.• The employee is frequently required to lift and move up to 40 lbs• Specific vision abilities required by this job include being able to see in dim lit areas such as walk-ins and storage areas.• Position may require extended hours including evenings and/or weekends, possible travel to other work sites.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The work is performed primarily in kitchen and storage setting The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday. Follows a school calendar.
Supervisor
Sabrina Chestnut
Salary Target
14