Resident Camp Kitchen & Dining Manager

YMCA of Upper Palmetto; Blacksburg (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA Camp Cherokee seeks a Kitchen Manager to direct the overall food-service operation for the Resident Summer Camp program, including purchasing, inventory, prep, sanitation, and staff supervision.

You will coordinate weekly menus, accommodate dietary restrictions, manage kitchen staff, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards while delivering high-quality meals to campers.

Qualifications

• Desire to work in the food service area.
• Knowledge of correct food preparation, serving and storage.
• Understanding of different food allergies and special diets (gluten free, dairy free, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Direct the overall food-service operation of the camp.
• Coordinate daily kitchen and dining room activities.
• Plan and prepare nutritionally balanced camp meals.
• Direct the work of other employees to ensure meal service.
• Ensure safe and efficient preparation and serving of meals.
• Coordinate weekly menu planning for the camp.
• Accommodate special diets and allergies in meal planning and ordering.
• Oversee inventory and ordering of food, equipment and supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with SC DHEC and ACA standards.
• Inspect equipment and arrange for repairs as needed.
• Promote waste reduction and recycling practices.
• Manage administrative and HR functions for kitchen staff.
• Monitor staff performance and training.
• Assist with interviewing and hiring of kitchen staff.
• Plan and supervise work of other food service staff.
• Plan camp meals in alignment with the resident summer camp program.

Skills

Desire to work in food service

Food preparation knowledge

Dietary/allergen awareness

Job description

YMCA Camp Cherokee seeks a Kitchen Manager to direct the overall food-service operation for the Resident Summer Camp program, including purchasing, inventory, prep, sanitation, and staff supervision.

You will coordinate weekly menus, accommodate dietary restrictions, manage kitchen staff, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards while delivering high-quality meals to campers.