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The Helping Hen

Chicken with a mission.

The Helping Hen is part of the Work Options culinary job training program, a non-profit that helps people overcome life’s challenges and prepare to become part of Colorado’s culinary workforce.

CHICKENwith a Mission

The Helping Hen Cafe is now open on The Mosaic Community Campus (1895 Quebec St. in Denver). Visit us for breakfast or lunch, and see the Work Options training program in action. The Helping Hen Cafe gives Apprenticeship students an opportunity to practice their skills.

Monday – Friday

8:00 am – 1:30 pm

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The Helping Hen Food Truck

Visit The Helping Hen Food Truck every Thursday at Civic Center Eats.

Choose from a meal for the whole family, or one of our delicious sandwiches and sides. When you eat lunch or bring home dinner from The Helping Hen food truck, you’re making a difference in the lives of Work Options trainees on their journey to a successful culinary career.

Sound Delicious? Stop by for a bite soon!

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Catering

Cluck, cluck! Time for lunch?

The Helping Hen offers catering for your company when you want a special meal. Choose from a family meal, delicious sandwiches and a wide array of sides including Honey Cornbread, Mashed Sweet Potato or Gouda Mac & Cheese.

 

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Interested in learning more about The Helping Hen or catering options that work for your team? Contact us now!
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Julie Stone

Executive Director

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"We rise by lifting others" - Robert G. Ingersoll

Julie Stone joined Work Options in 2010 as Director of Operations and was promoted to Executive Director in 2016. She brings more than a decade of institutional knowledge and a deep commitment to the organization’s mission of using food as a force for good.

As Executive Director, Julie oversees the organization’s development strategy and financial health while guiding overall organizational vision and impact. She has an extensive background in food service management, with experience ranging from fine dining to multi unit operations, and a deep understanding of Work Options’ programming, students, and community impact. Throughout her career, Julie has specialized in training and supporting individuals with limited employable skills, helping them build pathways to stable and meaningful employment.

Prior to joining Work Options, Julie managed the Ohio Governor’s Residence, where she developed and directed an innovative inmate hospitality program. This experience helped shape her commitment to workforce development, operational excellence, and inclusive leadership.

Julie holds a B.A. in Economics from the University of Colorado Boulder and is a graduate of the Kellogg School of Business at Northwestern University’s Greater Good Leadership Program. She also serves as a board member of the Colorado Restaurant Association and Foundation.

Julie thrives in mission driven environments where she can identify and mobilize strategic priorities to achieve both short and long term goals. She is known for building strong relationships, anticipating challenges before they arise, and translating complex ideas into clear, actionable strategies. Her leadership is grounded in strong financial management, cross functional collaboration, and a commitment to innovative, equity centered solutions.