About Us:
For 100 years, YWCA Boulder County has worked to eliminate racism and empower women in Boulder County and helped women and children of all ages and backgrounds thrive. Founded by community volunteers in 1922, the organization has supported generations of women and girls by tackling social issues such as housing, employment, education, and child care. Today, YWCA Boulder County provides programs such as high-quality, affordable, and flexible child care; parent education classes; and racial justice and equity programs including youth empowerment, youth and adult education, and advocacy. As an inclusive, secular nonprofit organization, we are publicly funded, not affiliated with any religious group, and welcome people of all backgrounds and genders to participate in our important work.
In 1977, YWCA Boulder County recognized the need for flexible, affordable drop-in child care and created Children's Alley. In 2020, responding to changing community needs, we expanded our child care program, prompting a new name: Persimmon Early Learning. As a Level 4 Colorado Shines rated Early Childhood Program, Persimmon Early Learning provides a safe, nurturing, and creative space for children ages eight weeks to six years to learn and grow in newly redesigned and expanded indoor and outdoor learning areas. We offer high-quality, affordable drop-in, short-term and permanent child care options, and we are the only child care center in Boulder County offering emergency care for families with nowhere else to turn.
Mission Statement:
YWCA Boulder County is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
About You:
The Recipe Development Cook reports to the Co-Directors of Persimmon Early Learning and is responsible for the delivery of daily meals to the children in the program. This includes menu planning, ordering, preparation, delivery, and cleanup of meals and snacks. Additionally, they communicate frequently with the teaching staff and other wellness program staff to ensure meals are age appropriate and meet the needs of individual children with allergies and/or food restrictions. The ideal candidate will enjoy interacting with young children and embrace the challenge of providing children with a variety of new and interesting foods. Ensures adherence to Colorado Department of Public Health standards. This is a Full-time/Exempt position at 32-37 hours per week (Morning - Afternoon schedule, Monday-Friday).
Responsibilities:
Prepare age appropriate and nutritious daily breakfasts, lunches, and snack that meet CACFP meal pattern guidelines, for a maximum of 50 children
Design and implement cycle menus that are in compliance with CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program)
Maintain budget and track food inventory
Place food orders weekly, while being mindful of current inventory and budget
Maintain a clean and safe environment at all times including washing dishes between meals
Upload weekly menus into digital calendar
Become familiar with, and follow, all public health and relevant licensing regulations related to childcare facilities
Work in coordination with Nutrition Educator when needed
Required Qualifications:
Servsafe/Safe Food Handling certification – preferred
Knowledge and maintaining of CACFP requirements
Certified in Standard Precautions (can get certified online)
Familiarity with alternative diets - able to make meals vegan, vegetarian, GF, free of common allergens, upon request
Have familiarity with HEAL (Healthy Eating, Active Living) or become familiar once hired
Basic math (measurement conversions)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with early childhood programs
Exceptional time management and organizational skills
Computer skills/Data entry
Benefits:
$23 - $28 per hour DOE
Health, Vision, and Dental
Sick time off accrual on day 1
Paid time off
Over 5 weeks of paid vacation
Employer funded Pension Plan
RTD pass
Other Great Benefits!
We are looking for a candidate with a love of early childhood and nutrition, and we are willing to mentor the right person around the educational component of the job.
YWCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive company culture. Interested individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, including BIPOC, LGBTQ+, femme presenting and all those who identify as women, and people with different ability levels are urged to apply. Interested candidates may apply for this position by emailing their resume and a cover letter to this post.
