Kitchen Manager/Cook - Arvada, CO

Hope House Colorado (HHC) is a dedicated nonprofit organization focused on empowering teen moms and positively impacting the future of two generations. Recognized for its commitment to excellence and integrity, HHC provides a supportive environment where employees can thrive and contribute to meaningful work. With a strong belief in investing in its staff, HHC fosters a collaborative culture that balances professionalism with fun, humor, and a spirit of community. Their mission revolves around helping teen moms succeed while nurturing the growth and development of their children through various supportive programs, including the Early Learning Center (ELC). HHC’s Early Learning Center embodies a philosophy centered on nurturing the whole child in a safe, engaging, and play-based environment. The center accommodates children ranging from 6 weeks to 5 years old, providing a family-centered approach that nurtures social-emotional development and individual potential. The team at HHC works closely with families to ensure each child feels valued, supported, and loved, preparing them to reach their full potential in life. The Kitchen Manager/Cook position at Hope House Colorado plays a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of the children attending the Early Learning Center. This is a full-time, onsite role based in Arvada, Colorado, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The salary range for this position is $41,600 to $49,920 annually, depending on experience. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for planning, preparing, and serving nutritionally balanced meals—breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack—to 30 to 100 children daily. In this role, the Kitchen Manager will ensure that meals are prepared following Colorado Child Care licensing regulations, the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines, and Colorado Health Department standards. By creating rotating menus that meet nutrition requirements and portion size guidelines, the Kitchen Manager helps instill healthy eating habits and exposes children to a variety of foods. This position also involves managing food orders, maintaining kitchen inventory, and ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety standards both in the commercial kitchen and the warming kitchen at the Early Learning Center. The Kitchen Manager will collaborate with other HHC staff, including the volunteer coordinator and development team, to maintain kitchen standards for various events, such as teen mom and champion gatherings. This role is integral to promoting Hope House Colorado’s core values and supporting the organization’s mission of fostering community, wellness, and empowerment for the families served. HHC offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance options, Simple IRA with employer match, paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, mental health days, employer-based childcare, and assistance with federal student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program—all designed to support employees’ well-being and professional growth.

• Experience working in a commercial kitchen in child food service preparation and/or management
• ServSafe certification or ability to acquire within one month of hire
• Knowledge and understanding of measurements for large quantity food preparation
• Availability to work onsite at Arvada location Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.