2027 Summer Camp Baker
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 prep and production for a designated day part, kitchen staff, and allergen safety. It is an on-site, live-in role in a fast-paced, high-volume camp 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. Wolfoods provides scratch-cooked meals for summer camp communities, with attention to dietary restrictions, nutrition, and environmental sustainability. The role involves leading and training kitchen staff; maintaining food quality, production flow, portion control, and timely service; following allergy and sanitation requirements; managing inventory and assisting with daily reporting; and serving as a liaison among kitchen operations, campers, and camp leadership. The position requires commercial-kitchen leadership experience, scratch and institutional or batch baking experience, and the ability to work in a rustic, live-in setting under pressure. Compensation includes competitive seasonal pay and a performance bonus, with room and board and travel expense assistance provided.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen leadership role.
- Experience with scratch baking and institutional or batch baking.
- ServSafe Allergens certification before the start date; company-sponsored.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Scratch-baking skills and versatility with ingredients.
- Ability to navigate an iPad.
- 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 environment.
- Oversee 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.
- Act 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
