2027 Summer Camp Baker
About The Position
Wolfoods is seeking an experienced, high-energy Assistant Kitchen Manager for a hands-on leadership position at a summer camp. The role oversees preparation and production for a designated day part, staff management, and allergen safety. It is an on-site, live-in position in a fast-paced, high-volume environment at rural summer camp facilities across the United States. The position is seasonal and contract-based from May through September. It is full-time and exempt, with a minimum schedule of six days and 70 hours per week. The role combines kitchen operations and team leadership with scratch cooking and baking, quality control, food safety, inventory, reporting, and communication with campers and camp leadership. Wolfoods provides competitive seasonal pay, a performance bonus structure, room and board for the duration of the contract, and travel expense assistance. The company describes its dining approach as fresh, high-quality, scratch-cooked cuisine, with attention to dietary restrictions, nutrition, and environmental sustainability.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen leadership role.
- Scratch and institutional or batch baking experience.
- ServSafe Allergens certification required before the start date; the company sponsors the certification.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Scratch baking skills.
- 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 minimum six-day, 70-hour week.
Responsibilities
- Lead and train kitchen staff and foster a high-energy, positive environment.
- Oversee kitchen operational flow, portion control, menu specifications, scratch cooking execution, and timely meal service.
- Manage food allergy protocols, including Kosher, nut-free, gluten-free, and vegan requirements.
- Maintain Health Department sanitation standards.
- Manage inventory and assist with daily reporting.
- Serve as a liaison 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
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
