2027 Summer Camp Baker
About The Position
Wolfoods is seeking a hands-on kitchen leader for a seasonal summer camp position running from May through September. The role is described as an on-site, live-in position at rural summer camp facilities across the United States in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. It involves overseeing preparation and production for a designated day part, managing staff, and maintaining allergen safety. The posting identifies the role as a Baker, although its summary describes an Assistant Kitchen Manager position. Wolfoods provides scratch-cooked meals for summer camp communities, with attention to dietary restrictions, nutrition, and environmental sustainability. The role includes leading and training kitchen staff, maintaining culinary quality and operational flow, managing food allergies and sanitation, handling inventory and daily reporting, and liaising with campers and camp leadership. The schedule is full-time and exempt, with a minimum of six days and 70 hours per week. The position is seasonal contract work from May through September.
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 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 minimum six-day, 70-hour week.
Responsibilities
- Lead and train kitchen staff and foster a high-energy, positive work environment.
- Oversee operational flow, portion control, menu specifications, scratch-cooking execution, and timely meal service.
- Manage food allergy protocols for dietary needs such as Kosher, nut-free, gluten-free, and vegan meals.
- 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.
- Opportunity to lead a dynamic team in a vibrant camp community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
