Summer Camp Kitchen Manager

ASC Advisors LLC•Austin, TX

16h

About The Position

We are seeking candidates who possess attention to detail, positivity, high energy, and grit. We want a Kitchen Manager who has experience in preparing large amounts of food, management of a budget and inventory, working with a team in the kitchen, and knowledge of the best nutritional practices for youth. The primary role of the Kitchen Manager will be to meet the unique dietary and nutritional needs of each camper, staff member, and volunteer. Kitchen Managers prepare and serve delicious and nutritious meals, three times a day, as well as snacks 2-3 times per day, while maintaining a budget. The Kitchen Manager ensures our kitchen runs smoothly and complies with safety regulations, manages all kitchen staff, oversees the preparation of food, communicates with parents about campers’ dietary needs, restrictions, or preferences, monitors health standards of the kitchen, organizes all food items in accordance with health code standards, and maintains an inventory. The important work of the Kitchen Manager includes monitoring and evaluating camp procedures, facilities, and conditions, and suggesting modifications that would create healthy conditions at camp.

Requirements

You believe in the mission of Austin Sunshine Camps, and you genuinely want to make a positive, lifelong impact on a young person’s life
You are 21 years old or older
You have a minimum of 2 years of culinary experience or are a culinary arts student
You have a Food Managers Certification, or you can obtain one before training
You have an in-depth knowledge of food health and safety regulations
You have the ability to work well with and supervise others
You are able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle stress well
You have excellent organizational and time management skills
You have the ability to pass a national criminal background check

Responsibilities

Order, collect, store, and inventory food products and supplies in alignment with the budget and in accordance with Texas Health Code and American Camp Association standards
Prepare and serve food daily in accordance with health standards
Accept and inventory all food deliveries
Prepare alternate meals and snacks, as needed, to account for any allergies or dietary restrictions
Prepare and brief staff on dietary/nutritional plans made with certain campers around needed accommodations
Monitor and approve the cleaning of the kitchen, dishes, and eating areas by Kitchen Assistant, CITs, and Campers
Provide ongoing management and supervision of kitchen staff
Balance the responsibilities of authority, safety and fun when interacting with staff and with campers
Ensure adherence to ASC’s Policies, the health department, and American Camp Association standards
Take initiative to stay up to date on best practices when it pertains to health in the camp industry