Company Overview
The Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clara Valley has been serving the community since 1949, providing a safe and supportive environment for youth to engage in productive activities. With a focus on character development, educational growth, health skills, arts, and recreation, we strive to empower young people to become responsible citizens.
Summary
Under the direction of the Nutrition Enrichment Coordinator, and in collaboration with onsite ASPIRE afterschool program staff, lead hands-on culinary and nutrition enrichment activities for elementary students at a partner school site. Pick up program ingredients from the Club, transport them to the school, and deliver engaging, age-appropriate cooking lessons that teach simple recipes, kitchen skills, and safe food handling, while supervising and supporting students throughout each session.
Representative Duties:
- Plan and lead hands-on culinary enrichment sessions for groups of approximately 10 to 20 elementary students, up to two times per day.
- Teach age-appropriate recipes and demonstrate the safe use of kitchen tools, utensils, and small appliances.
- Model and enforce safe food handling, sanitation, and personal hygiene practices always.
- Accommodate students' food allergies, dietary restrictions, and sensitivities; review allergen information before each session and prevent cross-contamination.
- Set up cooking stations and materials before each session, and lead full cleanup afterward, including washing, sanitizing, and proper storage of equipment and supplies.
- Pick up food, supplies, and any new small equipment from the Club and transport them safely to the school site on scheduled program days.
- Supervise and lead the group throughout each session, holding students accountable for participation and behavior with support from onsite ASPIRE staff, and helping provide a comfortable, safe, and stimulating environment that effectively meets their needs.
- Maintain ongoing communication with Boys & Girls Club and ASPIRE staff.
Knowledge & Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Basic cooking techniques, recipes, kitchen tools, and small appliances appropriate for use with children.
- Safe food handling, sanitation, and food storage practices.
- Common food allergens and the importance of preventing cross-contamination.
- Methods, practices and procedures used in maintaining an effective and cooperative After School Program of activities for children.
- Policies governing the conduct and safety of program participants.
- Principles of supervision.
- Basic first aid & CPR practices.
Abilities to:
- Lead a group of children with energy, patience, and a genuine passion for cooking and working with kids.
- Set clear expectations and hold students accountable while keeping the environment positive and supportive.
- Work independently without close supervision at an offsite location.
- Follow oral & written instructions, including recipes and safety procedures.
- Maintain an understanding of the needs and behavior of children of a variety of ages.
- Prepare and follow a program of daily, weekly, and special activities and projects.
- Gain the confidence of children of a variety of ages.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
- Administer basic first aid & CPR.
Education & Experience
Must be 18 years old. High School diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent. Valid California Driver’s License
Licenses & Other Requirements
Valid First-Aid Certificate and CPR issued by an authorized agency preferred and maintained on a as needed basis.
Working Conditions
Environment:
- Classroom and playground equipment.
Physical Demands:
- Sitting, standing or walking for extended periods of time supervising student activities.
- Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, to store supplies.
- Kneeling and crouching or bending at the waist to assist students.
- Participate in outside sport activities with children.
Hazards:
- Incumbents may have contact with blood or other body fluids from ill or injured children.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and want to be part of an inspiring team, we encourage you to apply today!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
