Executive Chef – Camp Barney Medintz

Marcus Jewish Community Center Of Atl•Atlanta, GA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Camp Barney Medintz is hiring a seasonal Executive Chef to lead a high-volume kosher kitchen serving a summer camp community. This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing daily kitchen operations and a culinary team. The role is full-time and seasonal, running May 14 through August 7, 2027, and is performed in person in Cleveland, Georgia. Candidates from across the country are welcome.

Requirements

Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager in a high-volume setting.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent organization and time management.
Ability to adapt quickly and solve problems in real time.
ServSafe Manager Certification.
Willingness to work long, active hours in a seasonal environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in summer camp, catering, or institutional food service.
Experience accommodating special diets, including allergies, gluten-free, and vegetarian/vegan diets.
Experience training or mentoring diverse or international staff.

Responsibilities

Lead daily kitchen operations for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and desserts.
Ensure food meets kosher standards and quality expectations.
Supervise and manage the culinary team, including the Sous Chef, specialty-role staff, and international staff.
Oversee food production, portioning, and service flow to prevent waste and shortages.
Maintain inventory systems and proper stock rotation using FIFO.
Assist with receiving and organizing deliveries.
Monitor team productivity and adjust staffing as needed.
Ensure the kitchen is clean, safe, organized, and compliant with health codes.