Youthage Nonprofit Culinary Specialist

Youthage Nonprofit Culinary Specialist offers Tiny Chefs, Junior Chefs, Senior Chefs, an Enrichment Program, Adults, Families Cook Together, and Private Parties. Tiny Chefs includes colorful, interactive virtual cooking classes with monthly themes and parent participation encouraged. Junior Chefs includes hands-on weekly classes with recipe mastery and monthly cooking challenges with rewards. Senior Chefs includes options for dairy-free, gluten-free, and low-sugar alternatives. The Enrichment Program includes school-based and homeschool culinary curriculum aligned with educational standards, with optional supply kits and virtual guest chef days. Adults, Families Cook Together includes Family Cook Nights, parent date night cooking sessions, and global cuisine workshops. Private Parties include birthday parties, homeschool groups, Girl Scout badges, corporate team-building, or virtual events with custom menus and hands-on instruction.

Programs

• Tiny Chefs — Ages 4-8 · Colorful, interactive virtual cooking classes; parent participation encouraged; monthly themes.
• Junior Chefs — Ages 9-14 · Hands-on weekly classes; build culinary confidence with recipe mastery; monthly cooking challenges with rewards.
• Senior Chefs — Ages 15-18 · Options for all dietary needs, including dairy-free, gluten-free, and low-sugar alternatives.
• Enrichment Program — School-based & homeschool · School-based and homeschool culinary curriculum aligned with educational standards; optional add-ons: supply kits, virtual guest chef days.
• Adults, Families Cook Together — Family Cook Nights; parent date night cooking sessions; global cuisine workshops.

At a glance

• Ages: 4–18 years old

About the provider

Youthage Nonprofit Culinary Specialist was founded in 2016. Robert Collins is the President and Executive Chef. Chef Robert Collins is a retired Navy Veteran, former owner of Rob's Delight Catering, Inc., a graduate of Robert Morris University, and has 29 years of Food Service experience in the Military and Civilian sectors. The program’s mission is to educate and empower children with a vast knowledge of culinary arts. Community involvement includes internship and volunteer opportunities for teens, school enrichment partnerships, and support for Girl Scout troop classes mentioned in testimonials.

• Private Parties — Birthday parties, homeschool groups, Girl Scout badges, corporate team-building or virtual events; custom menus and hands-on instruction.

No prior cooking experience is needed. Classes are designed for all skill levels. Parent participation is encouraged for Tiny Chefs. The program states it is designed for students of all ages and abilities.

What families say

“Youthage was one of my favorite parts of my childhood. I met so many people working with Chef Rob and I'm glad to have learned so much from him. The whole organization is so nice, accepting, and caring and it was an honor to be a student and help support them in multiple fundraisers.” — Llennoc54

“We discovered Youthage Culinary Specialists when my daughter's girl scout troop took a class with him. He taught ten 7-8 year olds how to cut veggies and cook chicken. I am impressed with his patience and grace with the kids. My son is neurodivergent and loves the classes too. This non-profit is raising a generation of children who will know how to safely prepare nutritious foods.” — Aerossey

“Chef Robert has been very encouraging for my daughter. She has ADHD and has a very difficult time focusing. He meets her where she is at and makes it a positive experience. She has learned a lot and has even critiqued my cooking skills now!” — Katie345

Last updated August 22, 2026.