Food Service Worker
Description
Organization Overview
Excel Academy is a network of 5 schools in Massachusetts and Rhode Island that prepares students in grades 5-12 to succeed in high school and college and engage productively in their communities. The majority of our 1,700 students identify as Latinx or Hispanic and will be the first in their families to graduate from college. Families choose Excel because our students consistently outperform their peers in growth and achievement and are 5x more likely to graduate from college.
At Excel, we believe that every student—regardless of race, zip code, or economic status—deserves access to a free, high quality holistic education. During their middle school journey with us, students grow at a pace faster than most peers in their state. This is possible through a combination of high expectations, rigorous instruction, and individualized support. At our nationally ranked high school, students achieve at the highest level and are poised for success in their chosen college or career path.
About our Team
Everyday, our team members choose to be positive, drive their own growth, uplift one another, and hold the highest possible beliefs for what students can achieve.
About the Role
The Food Service Worker plays a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of students by preparing and serving nutritious meals in a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. This team member ensures efficient kitchen operations and compliance with food safety standards while contributing to a positive school culture.
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (on school days only, August – June)
Salary and Start Date: $19.35 - $23.20 per hour. The ideal candidate would start on August 10, 2026.
Duties & Responsibilities
Excel Academy is seeking a Food Service Worker to:
- Prepare and serve breakfast and/or lunch in alignment with established menus and procedures
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, serving areas, and storage spaces.
- Follow all local, state, and federal food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Receive and properly store food deliveries and kitchen supplies
- Monitor inventory levels and support basic tracking of food and materials
- Ensure proper food storage and handling procedures are followed
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Ensure compliance with school nutrition program requirements and portion guidelines.
- Support meal setup, service, and cleanup in a timely manner.
- Lift and transport food, supplies, and equipment as needed.
- Collaborate with school staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Foster a welcoming and respectful environment for students and colleagues
Mission Alignment
- You share a commitment to and belief in all students and the mission of Excel Academy Charter Schools, including Excel’s values and educational model;
- You are committed to addressing racial and economic inequity in education;
- You work effectively in a team environment and have a willingness and desire to support others in doing their best work; and
- You are open to change, are willing to problem-solve, and seek feedback for your own professional growth and improvement.
Qualifications
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks.
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.
- Preferred:
- Prior experience in food service, school nutrition programs, or commercial kitchens.
- Knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation procedures.
- Experience working in a school, nonprofit, or community-based setting
- ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain within the first three months in role).
Preference will be given to applicants who share points of intersection with our students, such as speaking Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, or a language commonly spoken by our students and families at an advanced level, being first generation college graduates, or having grown up low-income.
Excel Academy Charter Schools do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, age, ancestry, athletic performance, special need, proficiency in the English language or a foreign language or prior academic achievement.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.