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 role at a summer camp. This is an on-site, live-in seasonal contract position from May through September, based at rural summer camp facilities across the United States. The role oversees preparation and production for a designated day part, staff management, and allergen safety in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The position focuses on scratch-cooked, high-quality camp dining, including operational flow, portion control, adherence to menu specifications, and timely meal service. The Assistant Kitchen Manager also helps ensure food allergy protocols and sanitation standards are followed, manages inventory, assists with daily reporting, and serves as a liaison among kitchen operations, campers, and camp leadership. The schedule is full-time and exempt, with a minimum of six days and 70 hours per week.
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 demanding schedule of at least six days and 70 hours per week.
Responsibilities
- Lead and train kitchen staff and foster a high-energy, positive work environment.
- Oversee kitchen operations and food preparation and production for a designated day part.
- Maintain 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 Health Department sanitation standards.
- Manage inventory and assist with daily reporting.
- Liaise 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
