Hospitality Instructor at YouthBuild Philadelphia

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jan, 26

Salary

65000.0

Posted On

15 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Hospitality, Teaching, Mentoring, Collaboration, Curriculum Design, Industry Standards, Restorative Practices, Job Readiness, Culinary Training, Teamwork, Professionalism, Community Engagement, ServSafe Certification, Relationship Building, Student Support

Industry

Description

Description Job Title: Hospitality Instructor Full-Time, 10 Month, Role Level 3 Reports To: Sr. Director of Workforce Development and Deputy School Leader Supervisory Responsibilities: No Who We Are: YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School is a tuition-free, public charter high school, with a singular focus on supporting youth aged 17-20 who have been pushed out of traditional schools. During our 1-year alternative program, Youthbuild facilitates a warm, loving culture that uses a variety of structures to build community, such as a restorative-justice approach to discipline, weekly community meetings, and school-wide service projects. Students are empowered to attain their high school diploma and vocational certifications, while receiving unconditional support by the staff around them. At YouthBuild, we work intentionally to disrupt the cycle of poverty and support our students to achieve post-secondary success (4-year college, 2-year college, vocational training program, or liveable wage job). Visit https://www.youthbuildphilly.org/ to learn more. The Opportunity: The Hospitality Instructor prepares students for entry-to mid-level roles in front-of-house operations across the foodservice and hospitality industries while building transferable 21st-century skills essential for long-term success. This role teaches customer service, ordering logistics, table setup and spacing, and guest relations in an engaging, hands-on environment. Working in close partnership with the Culinary Instructor, the Hospitality Instructor ensures a cohesive learning experience that integrates ServSafe training, job readiness, and authentic practice through YouthBuild’s growing culinary social enterprise. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator and industry professional who is passionate about shaping the next generation of hospitality leaders through relationship-driven, real-world instruction. Who You Are: You are/have… Invested in our core values - Respect, Excellence and Perseverance. Equity-focused and believe that all students can achieve. Passionate about community service and civic engagement. Excited to mentor students and support them throughout their time at YouthBuild and beyond. Collaborative and dedicated to personal and professional development. At least two years of teaching or training experience, preferred. At least 3 years of professional experience in hospitality, restaurant, or hotel management preferred ServSafe Manager certification (or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire). A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university; Master’s Degree preferred. Commitment to YouthBuild Philly’s mission of providing education and opportunity to young adults who have previously disconnected from school. Requirements What You’ll Do: You will… Design and maintain a hospitality space that mirrors a professional restaurant or café, giving students authentic, hands-on experience. Lead engaging instruction on customer service, ordering logistics, table setup, spacing, and other essential front-of-house practices and work in lockstep with the culinary instructor to create a cohesive, high-quality culinary and hospitality learning experience. Contribute to the design, planning, and implementation of YouthBuild’s culinary social enterprise model, giving students real-world training opportunities. Design hospitality lessons that are hands-on, rich, and inviting, helping students develop confidence, professionalism, and teamwork. Build and maintain relationships with partner chefs and organizations to bring in guest presenters, create external exposure experiences, and build innovative partnership opportunities. Bring industry-level standards to the classroom while maintaining YouthBuild’s culture of respect, excellence, and perseverance. Establish a positive and productive learning environment based on strong relationships with students and implement restorative practices to support students. Support students in earning industry-recognized credentials, including assisting the Culinary Instructor in administering ServSafe Food Handler and Manager Certifications. Maintain systems for tracking student work hours, skill development, and job readiness progress. Collaborate with the specialized services team to ensure student success, by providing teacher input, attending IEP meetings and ensuring all students receive accommodations and modifications per the students’ IEPs and/or English language needs. Work in inter-departmental teams to support the success of a group of students as they move through our rigorous program. Track student progress, give frequent actionable feedback to students and document student progress to the greater community through PowerSchool. Stay current on industry updates and collaborate with the YB team to revise curriculum and learning experiences to match industry needs. Participate in a highly collaborative, fluid school culture that requires strong interpersonal skills and flexibility. Provide mentorship to a cohort of 4–5 students, offering consistent academic and personal support to help them stay on track toward meeting graduation requirements. Perform other duties, as assigned by the Director of Workforce Programming. What We Offer You: Generous time off Medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible spending accounts 401(k) savings plan with an employer match Employer paid parental leave, life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability Educational assistance and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and career growth Supportive and collaborative work environment Strong community support and involvement Salary Range: New YouthBuild staff can expect a starting salary of between $52,500-$65,000 based on years of experience, education, and certifications, if applicable. During the application process, applicants will have the opportunity to discuss our employee total rewards package and additional benefits. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

Responsibilities

The Hospitality Instructor prepares students for entry-to mid-level roles in front-of-house operations in the hospitality industry. This role involves designing a professional learning environment and leading hands-on instruction in essential hospitality practices.