Wilderness Camp Culinary Lead

American Youth Foundation; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The American Youth Foundation seeks an Out Camping Food (OCF) Specialist to manage day-to-day food supplies and meal planning for multi-day backcountry trips. You will work onsite with the OCE Specialist and Logistics Coordinator, handling inventory, menu creation, and camper food pack-outs while mentoring staff and supporting camp programming.

Housing and all meals are provided during training and camp sessions; you must be willing to stay on site, including weekends and evenings, to ensure

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years old.
• Experience in outdoor adventure education or wilderness trip leading.
• Menu planning, backcountry cooking, and food packaging skills.
• Support the organization’s mission and vision with integrity, dependability, and accountability.
• Interact effectively with individuals and groups respecting social and cultural diversity.
• Demonstrate passion for serving youth and creating belonging.
• Fully participate in camp activities and staff training.
• Maintain resilience in a fast-paced camp environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an organized, clean, safe, and functional food storage and packaging space.
• Ensure food safety is a priority; plan for dietary restrictions and proper food on trips.
• Inventory all food and packaging supplies and place weekly orders.
• Ensure camper groups receive proper food for healthy backcountry trips.
• Lead camper groups in the pack-out process and ensure adequate food.
• Instruct campers and staff on food preparation per each menu item.
• Clean, repair, and store all food and equipment appropriately.
• Assist with gear and food resupplies for longer trips; may drive company vehicle.
• Provide additional assistance to the Food Program Manager as assigned.
• Participate in all camp programming and daily reflections.
• Assist with camp programming and staff coverage; ensure camper safety.
• Build relationships with campers to foster positive group dynamics.
• Communicate daily with supervisor and attend staff meetings.
• This is not a complete list; other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Outdoor adventure education

Wilderness trip leading

Menu planning

Backcountry cooking

Food packaging

Integrity

Dependability

Accountability

Interpersonal skills

Respect diversity

Job description

The American Youth Foundation seeks an Out Camping Food (OCF) Specialist to manage day-to-day food supplies and meal planning for multi-day backcountry trips. You will work onsite with the OCE Specialist and Logistics Coordinator, handling inventory, menu creation, and camper food pack-outs while mentoring staff and supporting camp programming.

Housing and all meals are provided during training and camp sessions; you must be willing to stay on site, including weekends and evenings, to ensure