Assistant Food Service Director - JCC Camps ( Seasonal)

Jewish Community Center•Medford Township, NJ

1d•$5,150•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Food Service Director supports the daily operation of the camp kitchen. This role combines hands-on kitchen work with staff supervision and helps ensure meals are prepared safely, efficiently, and in accordance with camp policies and Kashrut standards.

Requirements

Prior kitchen or food service leadership experience preferred
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Experience in Kosher food service preferred
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to lift 30+ lbs and work with commercial kitchen equipment

Responsibilities

Assist with kitchen setup and organization
Support inventory and supply preparation
Participate in leadership meetings as requested
Assist with orientation planning and staff onboarding
Support interviewing and hiring of food service staff as needed
Help oversee preparation and distribution of lunches, snacks, and frozen treats
Assist with cooking and food preparation tasks
Ensure food is prepared in appropriate quantities and minimize waste
Assist with packaging meals for travel programs and late stay meals
Assist with unloading and storing deliveries
Provide daily support and guidance to cooks and food service staff
Help create and manage daily staff assignments
Train staff on food safety, allergy protocols, sanitation, and Kosher guidelines
Model professionalism and teamwork
Communicate staff concerns to the Food Service Director
Ensure NJ Department of Health, ServSafe, allergy safety, and Kashrut guidelines are followed
Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment
Monitor safe use of commercial kitchen equipment
Remain aware of emergency procedures and report concerns immediately
Provide excellent customer service to campers and staff
Maintain professionalism around campers
Uphold camp values and assist with other duties as needed