Special Diets Chef, Camp Barney
About The Position
The Special Diets Chef prepares safe, high-quality kosher meals for campers with food allergies, intolerances, and dietary preferences such as vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, or dairy-free. The role requires precise adherence to recipes, production logs, kosher dietary laws, and food-safety protocols to help protect campers and prevent cross-contamination. The chef works with the Food Service Director, Executive Chef, Sous Chef, kitchen staff, and camp leadership to coordinate special-diet meals and address dietary concerns. This is a seasonal summer-camp position in Cleveland, Georgia, running from May 14, 2027, through August 8, 2027. Competitive salary, room, board, meals, and camp activities are provided.
Requirements
- Proven chef experience, preferably focused on special diets, food allergies, or dietary accommodations in a high-volume kitchen.
- Strong understanding of kosher dietary laws and experience preparing kosher meals.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to following recipes and production logs without deviation.
- Knowledge of food allergies, intolerances, and dietary preferences, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, and how to prepare meals safely.
- Ability to maintain a clean, safe workstation and prevent cross-contamination.
- Willingness to complete ServSafe Allergen training and certification.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility to work long hours, including weekends, in a fast-paced seasonal camp environment.
- Culinary training or equivalent professional experience.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a summer camp, institutional, or catering setting.
- Current ServSafe Allergen certification or equivalent.
- Experience developing or adapting recipes for special dietary needs while maintaining kosher standards.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals for campers with food allergies, intolerances, or dietary preferences, while complying with kosher dietary laws.
- Follow recipes and production logs precisely and do not deviate from the specified menu unless approved by the Food Service Director.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation to prevent cross-contamination and meet food-safety standards.
- Coordinate special-diet meals with the Food Service Director, Executive Chef, and Sous Chef.
- Monitor and manage special-diet ingredient inventory, storage, and FIFO rotation.
- Communicate with kitchen staff and camp leadership about campers’ dietary needs and concerns.
- Complete ServSafe Allergen training and certification, or an equivalent, before or during employment if not already certified.
- Stay informed about food-allergy protocols, dietary restrictions, and best practices for preparing special-diet meals.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Room and board
- Meals
- Camp activities
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