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. The role oversees preparation and production for a designated day part, kitchen staff management, and allergen safety. It is an on-site, live-in position in a fast-paced, high-volume environment at rural summer camp facilities across the United States. The seasonal contract runs from May through September and requires a minimum of six days and 70 hours per week. The position focuses on leading and training kitchen staff, delivering scratch-cooked meals to menu specifications, maintaining efficient kitchen operations and portion control, and ensuring timely meal service. It also includes managing food-allergy protocols and sanitation, inventory management and daily reporting support, and liaison work between 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 before the start date; the company sponsors the certification.
- Strong leadership and cooking skills.
- Ability to use 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 6 days and 70 hours per week.
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 Kosher, nut-free, gluten-free, and vegan requirements.
- Maintain sanitation standards required by the Health Department.
- 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.
- Opportunity to lead a team in a camp community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
