Bogor SPPG Increases MBG Beneficiaries After Obtaining Certified Chef

The Satuan Pelayanan Pemenuhan Gizi (SPPG) Jogjogan Silma 2 in Bogor Regency, West Java, has gradually increased the number of beneficiaries of the Free Nutritious Meal Programme (MBG) since its chef obtained certification from the National Professional Certification Agency (BNSP). The head of SPPG Jogjogan Silma 2, Didin, stated that in addition to the BNSP-certified chef, the increase in beneficiaries followed an assessment confirming the kitchen’s readiness in terms of technical aspects and service quality. “Initially, we served 1,670 beneficiaries. Because our chef is now certified, our capacity could be increased. Now we have reached 2,916 beneficiaries,” he said in an official statement in Jakarta on Sunday. Didin explained that since operations began on 24 November 2025, capacity enhancements have been implemented gradually while maintaining production quality and operational standards. This enthusiasm is also evident in field experiences. Didin mentioned that some students insist on attending school even when unwell just to participate in the MBG programme. “The enthusiasm is extraordinary. Even students who are ill still want to come to school to get MBG,” he said. In addition to benefiting students, the presence of SPPG has social and economic impacts on the surrounding community, as seen in the high interest from residents to join as kitchen volunteers. In the initial recruitment phase, around 100 people registered, while the workforce need was only about 47. To accommodate this, some workers were allocated to other kitchens in the vicinity. He emphasised that the MBG programme not only focuses on nutritional fulfilment but also contributes to improving community welfare, particularly for the volunteers involved in kitchen operations. “There are volunteers who previously did odd jobs and now have more stable work. Some have even been able to get married since working at SPPG,” he said. Looking ahead, Didin hopes the MBG programme will continue and expand its reach so that its benefits are felt more widely by the community. He also urged all SPPG volunteers to maintain integrity and humanity in every portion of MBG served to beneficiaries. “My hope is that this programme continues to run because it is very helpful, especially for children who need it. The key is one: as long as we humanise humans, Insha Allah, our work will go smoothly,” said Didin.