2027 Summer Camp Assistant Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef
About The Position
Wolfoods is seeking an experienced, high-energy Assistant Kitchen Manager for a hands-on leadership position at a summer camp. This is a seasonal, on-site, live-in contract role from May through September at rural summer camp facilities across the United States. The position oversees prep and production for a designated day part, kitchen staff, and allergen safety in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The schedule is full-time and exempt, with a minimum of six days and 70 hours per week. Wolfoods provides scratch-cooked meals for summer camp communities, with attention to dietary restrictions, nutrition, and environmental sustainability. The Assistant Kitchen Manager is responsible for operational flow, portion control, adherence to menu specifications, scratch-cooking execution, and timely meal service. The role also includes inventory management, daily reporting assistance, and serving as a liaison among kitchen operations, campers, and camp leadership. The company offers competitive seasonal pay, a performance bonus structure, room and board, and travel expense assistance.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen leadership role.
- Experience with scratch cooking and institutional or batch cooking.
- ServSafe Allergens certification required before the start date; company-sponsored.
- Strong leadership and cooking 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 in a demanding environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead and train kitchen staff and foster a high-energy, positive work environment.
- Oversee kitchen operational flow, portion control, menu specifications, scratch-cooking execution, and timely meal service for a designated day part.
- Manage food-allergy protocols, including requirements for Kosher, nut-free, gluten-free, and vegan meals.
- Maintain high 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
