2027 Summer Camp Baker
About The Position
Wolfoods is hiring a seasonal, full-time Baker for an on-site summer camp role running May through September. The position is based at rural summer camp facilities across the United States and is a live-in role in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. The schedule is a minimum of six days and 70 hours per week. The posting describes a hands-on leadership position overseeing kitchen preparation and production for a designated day part, managing staff, and maintaining allergen safety. The role supports scratch cooking and baking, timely meal service, food quality, sanitation, inventory, reporting, and communication with campers and camp leadership. The description also refers to the position as an Assistant Kitchen Manager. Wolfoods provides competitive seasonal pay, a performance bonus structure, room and board, and travel expense assistance. The company describes its camp dining approach as fresh, high-quality, scratch-cooked cuisine, with attention to dietary restrictions, nutrition, and environmental sustainability.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen leadership role.
- Scratch and institutional or batch baking experience.
- ServSafe Allergens certification required before the start date; the company sponsors the certification.
- Strong leadership 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, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead and train kitchen staff and foster a high-energy, positive work environment.
- Oversee kitchen operations, including 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
