Youth Nutrition & Culinary Programs Lead

Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston seeks a Culinary Program Manager to oversee CACFP and SFSP operations, develop menus, manage inventory, and ensure kitchen safety and compliance for 6–18-year-old members.

You will lead a small kitchen team, coordinate with vendors, ensure nutrition standards, and plan programming that blends healthy meals with youth education, while reporting to the Executive/Development Assistant and the Director of Healthy Lifestyles.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 1–3 years in a similar role and 1–2 years supervisory experience.
• ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain upon hiring; CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• Knowledge of allergen precautions and dietary accommodations, plus kitchen operations and food prep.
• Experience supervising staff and managing vendor relationships and purchasing.

Responsibilities

• Oversees CACFP and SFSP operations.
• Prepares and serves 225–250 meals daily during the school year for 6–18-year-olds.
• Manages kitchen inventory, storage, and cleaning to meet safety standards.
• Ensures meals meet BGCB nutrition standards and dietary restrictions.

Skills

Staff supervision

Kitchen operations

Vendor relationships

Allergen awareness

Menu development

Record-keeping

Youth engagement

Flexibility to work hours

Education

High School diploma or GED

ServSafe certification

CPR/First Aid certification

Culinary certification/degree

Job description

Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston seeks a Culinary Program Manager to oversee CACFP and SFSP operations, develop menus, manage inventory, and ensure kitchen safety and compliance for 6–18-year-old members.

You will lead a small kitchen team, coordinate with vendors, ensure nutrition standards, and plan programming that blends healthy meals with youth education, while reporting to the Executive/Development Assistant and the Director of Healthy Lifestyles.