Future Interest

Chef Ann Foundation•Boulder, CO

3d•$50,692 - $113,115•Remote

About The Position

Note on this posting: Future Interest: This is an Evergreen/Pipeline posting. We do not have an immediate vacancy for this role today, but we are actively seeking talent for our 2026- 2027 growth phase. By applying, you are joining our priority talent pool. About the Chef Ann Foundation Founded in 2009, the Chef Ann Foundation (CAF) believes that all children should have equal access to fresh, healthy, delicious food, providing them with the foundation to thrive and meet their true potential. We ensure that school food professionals have the resources, funding, and support they need to provide cook-from-scratch meals that support the health of children and our planet. To date, we’ve reached over 19,000 schools and over 5.9 million children in all 50 states with our school food programming. Job Description While specific duties vary based on the project, our team members generally contribute in the following areas: Culinary Training: Leading on-site workshops to teach school food staff professional knife skills, bulk cooking techniques, and recipe scaling. Operational Assessment: Analyzing school kitchen infrastructure, procurement habits, and financial data to create a roadmap for scratch-cooking success. Program Management: Overseeing the implementation of CAF initiatives like Get Schools Cooking or the Healthy School Food Pathway. Advocacy & Engagement: Building relationships with school boards, parents, and administrators to champion the importance of school food reform.

Requirements

Mission Alignment: A demonstrable passion for school food reform and the belief that every child deserves access to fresh, healthy, scratch-cooked food.
Technical Proficiency: Strong comfort with remote work tools, specifically Google Workspace (G-Suite) and Zoom.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex food service concepts for different audiences (e.g., school boards vs. kitchen staff).
Ability to work virtually

Nice To Haves

A passion for food systems and a strong interest in childhood health and wellness
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Flexible mindset and an innovative thinker
Willingness to engage in continuous learning and training

Responsibilities

Leading on-site workshops to teach school food staff professional knife skills, bulk cooking techniques, and recipe scaling.
Analyzing school kitchen infrastructure, procurement habits, and financial data to create a roadmap for scratch-cooking success.
Overseeing the implementation of CAF initiatives like Get Schools Cooking or the Healthy School Food Pathway.
Building relationships with school boards, parents, and administrators to champion the importance of school food reform.