2027 Summer Camp Assistant Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef

Wolfoods; Nashville (TN); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive seasonal pay

Performance bonus

Free room & board

Travel expense assistance

Résumé du poste

Wolfoods is seeking an experienced Assistant Kitchen Manager for a hands-on leadership role at our rural summer camps. You will oversee all prep and production for designated day parts, manage staff, and uphold allergen safety in a high-volume environment.

This on-site, live-in position offers a demanding but rewarding schedule, including a minimum six-day, 70-hour week and opportunities to lead a dynamic camp dining team across the season.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a commercial kitchen leadership role.
• Experience with scratch cooking and institutional/batch production.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Oversee prep and production for designated day parts.
• Lead, train, and manage kitchen staff in a fast-paced camp setting.
• Enforce allergen safety and health standards.
• Manage inventory and daily reporting.
• Serve as liaison between kitchen operations, campers, and camp leadership.

Connaissances

Leadership

Cooking

I-Pad proficiency

Problem solving

Outils

iPad

Description du poste

Assistant Kitchen Manager

• Position Type: Seasonal Contract (May – Sept)
• Schedule: Full-Time, Exempt (minimum 6 days / 70 hours per week)
• Location: On-site (Rural Summer Camp facilities across the US)
• Competitive Pay
• Bonus
• Free Room & Board
• Travel Allowance

About Wolfoods

Wolfoods is elevating camp dining by replacing standard freezer fare with fresh, high-quality, scratch-cooked cuisine. We serve vibrant summer camp communities across the country while providing exceptional care for dietary restrictions, nutrition, and environmental sustainability.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced, high-energy Assistant Kitchen Manager for a hands-on leadership position. You will oversee all prep and production for designated day part, staff management, and allergen safety at a top-tier summer camp.

This is an on-site, live-in position in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations & Leadership: Lead and train kitchen staff; foster a high-energy, positive environment.
• Culinary & Quality Excellence: Operational flow, portion control, menu specs, scratch cooking execution, and timely meal service.
• Allergen & Safety Compliance: Strictly manage food allergy protocols (Kosher, Nut-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan, etc.) and maintain top Health Department sanitation standards.
• Administration & Budget: Manage inventory and assist with daily reporting
• Client Relations: Serve as a liaison between kitchen operations, campers, and camp leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2+ years in a commercial kitchen leadership role with scratch and institutional/batch cooking experience.
• Certifications: ServSafe Allergens required before start date; company-sponsored.
• Skills: Strong leadership, cooking, able to navigate I-Pad, versatile with ingredients, and sharp problem-solving abilities.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods, work in hot/cold kitchen settings, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Lifestyle: Ready to live on-site in a rustic setting, work a demanding minimum 6-day/70-hour week, and thrive under pressure.

What We Offer

• Competitive seasonal pay + performance bonus structure
• Full room and board provided for the duration of the contract
• Travel expense assistance
• Opportunity to lead a dynamic team in a unique, vibrant camp community

Wolfoods Food Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.