2027 - Summer Camp Food Service Director

Wolfoods, Inc.; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 59,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus

Free room & board

Travel allowance

Job summary

Wolfoods, Inc. is seeking an experienced Food Service Operations Director for a seasonal, on-site role at rural summer camp facilities across the US. This hands-on leadership position oversees daily culinary and service operations, staff management, budgeting, and strict allergen safety.

You will live on-site, work a 6-day/70-hour week, and lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with room and board provided. Competitive pay and travel allowances are included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in a commercial kitchen leadership role with scratch and institutional cooking experience.
• ServSafe Manager Certified; Allergens certification required before start date; company-sponsored.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily culinary and service operations; lead FOH and kitchen staff.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and budgeting; track daily reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Problem-solving

Computer literacy

Job description

Food Service Operations Director

Position Type: Seasonal Contract (May – Sept)

Schedule: Full-Time, Exempt (6 days / 70 hours per week)

Location: On-site (Rural Summer Camp facilities across the US)

Perks Included: 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 Food Service Operations Director for a hands-on leadership position. You will oversee all daily culinary and service operations, staff management, budgeting, 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, schedule, and train Front of House (FOH) and 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, place food orders, control budgets, track daily reporting.
• Client Relations: Serve as the main liaison between kitchen operations, campers, camp leadership and Wolfoods corporate office.

Qualifications

• Experience: 4+ years in a commercial kitchen leadership role with scratch and institutional/batch cooking experience.
• Certifications: ServSafe Manager Certified (ServSafe Allergens required before start date; company-sponsored).
• Skills: Strong leadership, high computer literacy, budgeting capability, 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 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.

Salary: $1300 - $1700 per week