Seasonal Camp Executive Chef - Lead Kosher Kitchen Team

Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board

Meals provided

Participation in camp activities

Job summary

Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA) is looking for a dynamic Executive Chef for Camp Barney Medintz, overseeing high-quality kosher meal preparation and managing a diverse culinary team. This seasonal role requires proven leadership experience in a high-volume kitchen, along with strong organizational skills and a keen understanding of kosher dietary laws. The position offers a competitive salary, plus room, board, meals, and camp activities. Duration is from May 14, 2026, to August 8, 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar role in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong understanding of kosher dietary laws and preparing kosher meals.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills with diverse teams.
• Excellent organizational skills for inventory management and kitchen operations.
• Ability to follow and adapt production charts for fluctuating demands.
• Strong problem-solving skills to assess performance and optimize productivity.
• Flexibility to work long hours, including weekends, in a seasonal environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with kosher laws.
• Manage and lead a diverse culinary team, fostering collaboration.
• Follow production charts for appropriate portion sizes and avoid waste.
• Supervise the salad bar setup and maintenance for freshness.
• Monitor stock rotation (FIFO) for organization and efficiency.
• Assist with checking orders for accuracy and storage.
• Manage team productivity by assessing performance and reallocating tasks.
• Conduct checks on meal services for consistency and quality.
• Maintain a safe and clean kitchen environment.

Skills

Leadership skills

Inventory management

Team management

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent professional training

Serv Safe Manager Certification

Job description

Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA) is looking for a dynamic Executive Chef for Camp Barney Medintz, overseeing high-quality kosher meal preparation and managing a diverse culinary team. This seasonal role requires proven leadership experience in a high-volume kitchen, along with strong organizational skills and a keen understanding of kosher dietary laws. The position offers a competitive salary, plus room, board, meals, and camp activities. Duration is from May 14, 2026, to August 8, 2026.