Summer Camp Kitchen Manager

Socket.dev; Sandy (OR); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Camp Fire Columbia in Oregon is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee Camp Namanu kitchen for summer camp, weekend programs, catered rentals, and Outdoor School. You will supervise seasonal kitchen staff, plan menus, order within budget, manage inventory, and ensure food safety.

You’ll train staff, coordinate with leadership on dietary needs, and uphold health standards across dining spaces. Certification in Oregon Food Handling, ServSafe, and First Aid/CPR is required or pursued.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in a commercial kitchen, camp kitchen or restaurant, and experience creating menus, managing inventory and budget is required.
• Working knowledge of food safety principles is required.
• Ability to train staff and volunteers on safety practices and dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of Camp Namanu kitchen and food services, including supervision of kitchen staff, menu implementation, dietary restriction management, and inventory.
• Develop and implement staff training for food service employees and volunteers and ensure health and safety practices are followed.
• Coordinate with Program Director and Rental Manager to inform staff about dining procedures and safety.
• Ensure any reported dietary needs are safely met.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu planning

Inventory management

Food safety

Communication

Education

Oregon Food Handler's card

ServSafe certification

First Aid & CPR certification

Job description

Camp Fire Columbia in Oregon is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee Camp Namanu kitchen for summer camp, weekend programs, catered rentals, and Outdoor School. You will supervise seasonal kitchen staff, plan menus, order within budget, manage inventory, and ensure food safety.

You’ll train staff, coordinate with leadership on dietary needs, and uphold health standards across dining spaces. Certification in Oregon Food Handling, ServSafe, and First Aid/CPR is required or pursued.