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 prep and production for a designated day part, staff management, and allergen safety in a top-tier camp setting. 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 seasonal contract runs from May through September. The schedule is full-time and exempt, with a minimum of six days and 70 hours per week. The role focuses on leading kitchen staff, delivering scratch-cooked meals to menu specifications, ensuring timely service and portion control, and maintaining strict food-allergy and sanitation standards. It also includes inventory management, assistance with daily reporting, and serving as a liaison between kitchen operations, campers, and camp leadership. The position requires readiness to live on-site in a rustic setting and work under pressure. Wolfoods describes its approach as replacing standard freezer fare with fresh, high-quality, scratch-cooked cuisine while supporting dietary restrictions, nutrition, and environmental sustainability. The company offers competitive seasonal pay, a performance bonus structure, room and board, travel expense assistance, and the opportunity to lead a team in a camp community.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen leadership role.
- Experience with scratch baking and institutional or batch baking.
- ServSafe Allergens certification required before the start date; company-sponsored.
- 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.
- Opportunity to lead a dynamic team in a unique camp community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
