2027 Summer Camp Baker

Wolfoods•New York, NY

7d•Onsite

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 role in a fast-paced, high-volume environment at rural summer camp facilities across the United States. The position is seasonal contract work from May through September, with a full-time exempt schedule of at least six days and 70 hours per week. The successful candidate will lead and train kitchen staff, support scratch cooking and institutional or batch baking, ensure timely meal service and food safety, manage inventory, assist with daily reporting, and act as a liaison between kitchen operations, campers, and camp leadership.

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, work with a variety of ingredients, and solve problems effectively.
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 schedule of at least 6 days and 70 hours per week.

Responsibilities

Lead and train kitchen staff and foster a high-energy, positive working environment.
Oversee operational flow, portion control, menu specifications, scratch-cooking execution, and timely meal service.
Manage food allergy protocols, including requirements for Kosher, nut-free, gluten-free, and vegan meals.
Maintain sanitation standards in compliance with Health Department requirements.
Manage inventory and assist with daily reporting.
Serve as a liaison between kitchen operations, campers, and camp leadership.