2027 - Summer Camp Food Service Director

Wolfoods; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus

Free room & board

Travel allowance

Job summary

Wolfoods is seeking an experienced Food Service Operations Director to lead all daily culinary and service operations at our rustic on-site summer camp kitchens. This hands-on leadership role combines staff management, budgeting, hygiene and allergen safety in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The contract runs May through September, with a 6-day, 70-hour week and live-in housing. We offer competitive seasonal pay plus a performance bonus, full room and board, plus travel allowances to

Qualifications

• 4+ years in a commercial kitchen leadership role with scratch and institutional/batch cooking experience.
• ServSafe Manager Certification required; ServSafe Allergens required before start date.
• Strong leadership, budgeting and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Operations & Leadership: Lead, schedule, and train FOH and kitchen staff; foster a high-energy environment.
• Culinary & Quality Excellence: Oversee operational flow, portion control, menu specs, scratch cooking and service.
• Allergen & Safety Compliance: Manage allergy protocols and health department sanitation standards.
• Administration & Budget: Manage inventory, place orders, control budgets, and daily reporting.
• Client Relations: Liaise between kitchen, campers, camp leadership and Wolfoods corporate office.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Problem-solving

Stamina

Allergen safety

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

Allergen handling knowledge

4+ years kitchen leadership

Job description

Food Service Operations Director

Key Details

• 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.