Kettle Worker

The Salvation Army•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kettle Worker rings a bell at a Salvation Army Red Kettle at various local businesses to raise funds for The Salvation Army. This seasonal position is based at the Philadelphia Citadel Corps in Philadelphia. The schedule runs November 19, 2026 through December 24, 2026, with shifts scheduled between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. on various available dates. The position pays $13.00 per hour and reports to the Corps Officers and Kettle Coordinator. Workers sanitize kettle equipment at the beginning and end of each day and do not handle donations or have physical contact with members of the public. They greet passersby courteously, maintain a neat kettle area, follow store managers’ requests, and answer common questions about Salvation Army community services and fundraising options. The role requires standing outdoors for extended periods and ringing a hand bell throughout the shift, as well as lifting filled kettles, metal tripods, and signs as needed.

Requirements

Ability to follow instructions with limited supervision.
Ability to greet and respond to the general public politely.
Ability to follow the required dress code.
Ability to ring a hand bell for the duration of a shift.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to stand in one location for extended periods in outdoor weather conditions.
Ability to conduct communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism.
Self-motivation and enthusiasm.
Ability to lift filled kettles, metal tripods, and signs daily as needed throughout the season.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Friendly disposition and positive attitude.
Ability to respect and promote the interests and mission of The Salvation Army; embracing its tenets of faith is not required.
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Responsibilities

Sanitize all kettle equipment at the beginning and end of each day.
Ring a hand bell beside the kettle and greet passersby in a friendly, respectful manner.
Smile, make eye contact, and thank donors or say “God Bless You.”
Maintain a clean, well-groomed appearance and follow Salvation Army dress standards.
Arrive on time and accurately complete a timecard each day.
Keep the kettle stand area neat and free of clutter.
Comply with requests from store managers and owners, including moving locations or stopping bell ringing.
Know basic information about The Salvation Army’s community social services to answer common questions.
Know about fundraising initiatives such as Apple Pay and Online Giving to answer questions from the public.
Avoid physical contact with donations and individuals.
Undertake other reasonable duties within the scope of the position.