Live-In Camp Kitchen Lead – Scratch Cooking & Allergen Safety

Wolfoods; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive seasonal pay

Bonus

Free room & board

Travel allowance

Job summary

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

This on-site, live-in position requires strong leadership, excellence in scratch baking, and the ability to adapt to a rustic Camp environment while maintaining strict health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a commercial kitchen leadership role with scratch and institutional/batch baking experience.
• ServSafe Allergens certification required before start date; company-sponsored.
• Demonstrated leadership, scratch baking, ability to navigate an iPad, versatility with ingredients, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, work in hot/cold kitchen settings, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to live on-site in a rustic setting and work a demanding 6-day/70-hour week.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong leadership

Scratch baking

iPad navigation

Ingredient versatility

Problem solving

Education

ServSafe Allergens certification

Job description

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

This on-site, live-in position requires strong leadership, excellence in scratch baking, and the ability to adapt to a rustic Camp environment while maintaining strict health and safety standards.