Kitchen Manager for Spring Break Camp in Austin, TX

ASC Advisors LLC • Austin, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Manager leads food service operations for a spring break camp in Austin, Texas, serving campers, staff, and volunteers safe, nutritious, and appealing meals. The role oversees preparation and service of three meals plus snacks, manages purchasing, inventory, deliveries, and expense tracking, and coordinates dietary accommodations with campers’ guardians. The Kitchen Manager supervises and supports the Kitchen Assistant, Counselors-in-Training, and campers participating in kitchen duties, while maintaining a clean, cooperative environment and complying with Texas Health Code, American Camp Association standards, and local inspection requirements.

The camp session runs March 14–20, 2027, with paid staff training March 5–7. Optional onsite housing is available to candidates who prefer it. Compensation is $1,115.36 for the camp session plus paid training. Full room and board, including lodging and meals and snacks while camp is in session, is provided.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have at least two years of culinary experience or be a culinary arts student.
• Hold a Food Managers Certification or be able to obtain one before training.
• Have in-depth knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
• Be able to work well with and supervise others.
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle stress well.
• Have excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Be able to pass a national criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily preparation and service of three meals plus snacks, ensuring smooth kitchen workflows, quality, and food safety.
• Manage food and supply purchasing within budget, oversee deliveries, maintain inventory controls, and submit expense tracking to the Camp Director.
• Use CampBrain reports to identify dietary needs, consult with guardians during drop-off, and design safe alternative meals for campers with allergies or dietary restrictions.
• Supervise and support the Kitchen Assistant, Counselors-in-Training, and campers in kitchen duties, fostering a positive, clean, and cooperative environment.
• Ensure compliance with Texas Health Code, American Camp Association standards, and local inspection requirements.

Benefits

• Optional onsite housing for candidates who prefer to live onsite.
• Full room and board: free lodging and all meals and snacks while camp is in session.
• Paid staff training.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed