Regional Kitchen & Nutrition Operations Manager

Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Plains; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains seeks a Regional Culinary Operations Manager to lead kitchen operations across Brookings, Milbank, Moody County, Vermillion, and Yankton sites. You'll plan nutritious meals, manage inventory, ensure food safety, and supervise kitchen staff to support youth programming.

Responsibilities include developing menus, overseeing grants, coordinating with program staff on nutrition initiatives, and maintaining licensing compliance while upholding the Club's

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in food preparation or kitchen management preferred.
• Knowledge of USDA meal patterns, CACFP, and food service grants is a plus.
• Current Food Handler Certification or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Availability Monday through Friday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Commitment to the Boys & Girls Club mission.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee nutritious snacks, lunches, and suppers in compliance with dietary guidelines.
• Create and maintain monthly menus that meet the nutritional needs of youth across all sites.
• Manage all food inventory, ordering, and deliveries.
• Ensure proper food storage, preparation, and service in accordance with food safety standards.
• Audit kitchen cleanliness and organization in each Unit on a regular basis.
• Complete and maintain Food Safe training and ensure compliance with licensing and health regulations.
• Lead the implementation, documentation, and reporting of food-related grants.
• Build relationships with program staff to develop nutrition education and programming tied to the café.
• Support and assist with food service needs for Club events and community gatherings as needed.
• Supervise kitchen staff in each unit as their primary supervisor.
• Follow up with Unit Directors on Kitchen staff performance.
• Attend and participate in all required staff meetings and team meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and daily operations.

Skills

Kitchen management

Organizational skills

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Handler Certification

Culinary or nutrition-related training

Job description

The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains seeks a Regional Culinary Operations Manager to lead kitchen operations across Brookings, Milbank, Moody County, Vermillion, and Yankton sites. You'll plan nutritious meals, manage inventory, ensure food safety, and supervise kitchen staff to support youth programming.

Responsibilities include developing menus, overseeing grants, coordinating with program staff on nutrition initiatives, and maintaining licensing compliance while upholding the Club's