Kitchen Support Specialist

Kitchen Support Specialist at Boys & Girls Club of Chicopee, Inc. – Chicopee, MA

Part-Time position to support the Nutrition Coordinator in nutrition programs and initiatives. This role is a flexible, afternoon/evening position focused on working with youth to promote healthy nutrition, hands-on activities, and safe, engaging programming.

Everything we do at the Boys & Girls Club of Chicopee is to help every child achieve success. We strive to provide a safe place for youth ages 5 to 18 and to foster positive development in academics, healthy lifestyles, and character. As a part-time Kitchen Support Specialist, you will assist with youth-focused nutrition activities and program setup and cleanup, while supporting garden and chicken care as needed.

• Assist the Nutrition Coordinator with activities and programs for youth ages 12 to 18, focusing on nutrition education and enrichment goals.
• Help develop safe, age-appropriate programs that meet club goals and encourage positive development.
• Set up for programs and clean up at the end of the day.
• Provide support to the club’s outdoor gardens and chickens as needed.
• Maintain program supplies inventories and equipment; request repairs or additional materials as needed.
• Assist with off-site shopping and meal pickup as assigned.
• Encourage member participation and regularly acknowledge their efforts.
• Model kindness, patience, and respect; help resolve conflicts and promote positive alternatives.
• Prioritize safety and create regular activity, attendance, and incident reports to track progress.

• 18+ years old
• First Aid and CPR certification
• 9 months of supervised work experience with children or one practicum, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working with youth aged 5 - 18
• Ability to manage behavioral problems
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license or state
• Willingness to comply with company policy regarding background checks

This position typically follows a late afternoon to early evening schedule during after-school and evening programs: 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM Monday, Wednesday & Friday and 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Tuesday & Thursday
.

Salary: $15.00 – $18.00 per hour
, depending on experience. We offer benefits for part-time employees, paid sick time, and other perks.