Part-Time Youth Kitchen Lead & Café Coordinator

Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains; Big Stone City (SD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains in Milbank, SD is seeking a part-time Cook to oversee the club's kitchen and café operations, including food orders, preparation, cooking, serving, and post-meal cleaning. The role ensures the kitchen meets licensing and health requirements.

The Cook will support menu planning, assist with events and meals for youth from preschool through 12th grade when needed, and coordinate with staff to maintain safe, sanitary kitchen practices.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in ages Preschool through 12th Grade is preferred.
• Experience in commercial kitchen and food service environments.
• Must understand and follow behavior management principles aligned with Club values.
• Ability to work Monday–Friday during school year and extended hours in summer.
• Must model Boys and Girls Club values with youth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Club meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks, and suppers as needed.
• Unload pallets and food orders.
• Complete Food Safe training and maintain kitchen standards.
• Keep kitchen and café clean and sanitized, including dishes.
• Assist with Café program development and nutritional menus.
• Support club events and meals at multiple locations as needed.
• Possibly transport food using Club vehicle and support alternate site operations.
• Lead grant program implementation as assigned.
• Attend weekly one-on-one meetings and seasonal team meetings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Youth engagement

Food service

Kitchen operations

Behavior management

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Food prep tools

Job description

Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains in Milbank, SD is seeking a part-time Cook to oversee the club's kitchen and café operations, including food orders, preparation, cooking, serving, and post-meal cleaning. The role ensures the kitchen meets licensing and health requirements.

The Cook will support menu planning, assist with events and meals for youth from preschool through 12th grade when needed, and coordinate with staff to maintain safe, sanitary kitchen practices.