2027 Summer Camp Baker
About The Position
Wolfoods is seeking an experienced, high-energy kitchen leader for a seasonal, on-site role at summer camp facilities across the United States. The position is described as a hands-on leadership role overseeing prep and production for a designated day part, staff management, and allergen safety in a fast-paced, high-volume camp kitchen. The role is live-in and requires working at least six days and 70 hours per week from May through September. The role focuses on scratch baking and cooking, timely meal service, portion control, adherence to menu specifications, food allergy protocols, sanitation, inventory, daily reporting, and coordination with campers and camp leadership. The posting identifies the role as a Baker, although its overview describes an Assistant Kitchen Manager position. Wolfoods provides competitive seasonal pay, a performance bonus structure, room and board for the contract duration, and travel expense assistance. The company describes its dining approach as scratch-cooked, high-quality cuisine with attention to dietary restrictions, nutrition, and environmental sustainability.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen leadership role.
- Experience with scratch and institutional or batch baking.
- ServSafe Allergens certification required before the start date; the company sponsors the certification.
- Strong leadership skills and scratch baking ability.
- Ability to navigate an iPad, versatility with ingredients, and strong problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to stand for extended periods, work in hot or cold kitchen settings, and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Willingness to live on-site in a rustic setting and work a demanding minimum six-day, 70-hour week.
Responsibilities
- Lead and train kitchen staff and foster a high-energy, positive work environment.
- Oversee kitchen operational flow, portion control, menu specifications, scratch cooking execution, and timely meal service.
- Manage food allergy protocols, including requirements such as Kosher, nut-free, gluten-free, and vegan meals.
- Maintain Health Department sanitation standards.
- Manage inventory and assist with daily reporting.
- Liaise between kitchen operations, campers, and camp leadership.
Benefits
- Competitive seasonal pay.
- Performance bonus structure.
- Free room and board for the duration of the contract.
- Travel expense assistance.
- Company-sponsored ServSafe Allergens certification.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
