2027 Summer Camp Special Diet (Allergen) Chef

WOLFoods Inc.; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus

Free room & board

Travel allowance

Job summary

Wolfoods seeks an experienced Assistant Kitchen Manager to oversee daily prep and production at our rural summer camp locations. You will lead a hands-on team, ensure allergen safety, and maintain high standards in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The role is on-site and live-in for the season, with a demanding 6-day/70-hour work week, and includes full room and board. You’ll collaborate with camp leadership to deliver scratch-cooked meals tailored to dietary needs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a commercial kitchen leadership role with scratch and institutional/batch cooking experience.
• ServSafe Allergens certification required before start date (company-sponsored).
• Strong leadership and cooking skills; able to navigate iPad; versatile with ingredients; able to identify all Big 9 Allergens; sharp problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train kitchen staff; foster a high-energy, positive environment.
• Oversee culinary flow, portion control, menu specs, scratch cooking, and timely meal service.
• Strictly manage allergen safety protocols and maintain Health Department sanitation standards.
• Manage inventory and assist with daily reporting.
• Serve as liaison between kitchen operations, campers, and camp leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Cooking

iPad navigation

Allergen knowledge

Problem-solving

Job description

Special Diets Chef

Job Details

• 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)
• 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 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, able to Identify all Big 9 Allergens, 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.