2027 Summer Camp Assistant Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef
About The Position
Wolfoods is hiring an experienced, high-energy Assistant Kitchen Manager for a seasonal summer camp role running May through September. This is a full-time, exempt, on-site, live-in position at rural summer camp facilities across the United States, with a minimum schedule of six days and 70 hours per week. The role is hands-on and fast-paced, requiring leadership of kitchen staff and oversight of preparation and production for a designated day part in a high-volume setting. The Assistant Kitchen Manager supports scratch cooking and high-quality camp dining, timely meal service, portion control, and adherence to menu specifications. The role also includes managing food-allergy protocols and sanitation standards, handling inventory and daily reporting, and serving as a liaison among kitchen operations, campers, and camp leadership. The position requires living in a rustic setting and being able to work under pressure.
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 6 days and 70 hours per week.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
