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. The position oversees preparation and production for a designated day part, staff management, and allergen safety. It is an on-site, live-in role in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen at rural summer camp facilities across the US. The seasonal contract runs from May through September, with a full-time exempt schedule requiring a minimum of six days and 70 hours per week. Wolfoods provides fresh, scratch-cooked cuisine to summer camp communities, with attention to dietary restrictions, nutrition, and environmental sustainability. The Assistant Kitchen Manager leads and trains kitchen staff, supports operational flow and quality meal service, manages food allergy protocols and sanitation standards, assists with inventory and daily reporting, and serves as a liaison among kitchen operations, campers, and camp leadership.
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; the company sponsors the certification.
- 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 of six days and 70 hours per week.
- Ability to thrive under pressure.
Responsibilities
- Lead and train kitchen staff and foster a high-energy, positive environment.
- Manage 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 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
