Culinary Professionals - Kitchen Manager​/Head Chef - Seasonal Not Local

2026 - Culinary Professionals - Kitchen Manager / Head Chef - Seasonal Relocation Job is Not Local

Apply for the 2026 Culinary Professionals Kitchen Manager / Head Chef seasonal relocation job at Wolfoods, Inc. Wolfoods operates summer camp kitchens across the country between May and September. We are looking for experienced, motivated, and capable Kitchen Managers / Head Chefs (Lead Staff). This hands‑on, demanding position requires live‑on‑site accommodation with room, board, and travel expense assistance provided.

• Provides excellent guest service efficiently.
• Develops effective staffing schedules based on business levels and budgetary guidelines.
• Schedules and coordinates all side work for personnel.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization in the dining hall to sanitation standards.
• Enforces appearance and uniform standards.
• Observes and monitors the dining hall during meal periods to ensure service quality and timing.
• Collaborates with the chef on duty to maintain high standards of food presentation and sanitation.
• Trains and develops all front‑of‑house dining personnel.
• Provides ongoing feedback to service personnel on standards and performance.
• Communicates daily with the Head Chef and Camp Directors about dining hall operations.
• Obtains general feedback from diners.
• Prepares the dining hall 15 minutes before service.
• Implements a checklist system to facilitate daily operations.
• Applies Wolfoods environmental practices to minimize wasted energy and resources.
• Maintains knowledge of all menus and specifications.
• Ensures adherence to dining hall standards continuously.
• Follows safety practices to minimize risk.
• Provides daily reporting.
• Communicates effectively with subordinates, co‑workers, and supervisors.
• Motivates and fosters a positive work environment.
• Attends in‑service training and staff meetings.
• Applies food safety for special diet food preparations and cooking for individuals with allergies.
• Interacts professionally with campers, staff, and parents.
• Controls inventory and places orders.
• Manages project planning and execution.
• Upholds Wolfoods Standards of Service and quality.
• Maintains Health Department sanitation standards.
• Manages staff and maintains client relations.
• Follows the comprehensive Wolfoods Camp Food Training Program.
• Uses weights and measures to execute recipes correctly.
• Prepares all menu items and special request events.
• Follows standardized recipes.
• Ensures accurate production timing, quantity, quality, and plating.
• Leads planning, scheduling, directing, and training.
• Applies cross‑utilization and excess production practices.
• Estimates production needs, establishes par levels, and orders supplies.
• Places accurate food orders ahead of time.
• Maintains kitchen equipment to health standards.
• Enforces safety regulations.
• Prepares specialized food for events.
• Assists in developing and tasting recipes.
• Assists in menu planning.
• Recommends equipment purchases.
• May act as a front‑of‑house supervisor when necessary.

• 4+ years of commercial kitchen experience.
• Minimum of three professional references.
• Proficiency in skills relevant to the role.
• Self‑motivation.
• Ability to lead a team and accept direction.
• Must live on‑site in a rural setting, possibly with shared living spaces.
• Ability to work under pressure in varying temperatures.
• Must stand for long periods.
• Must lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
• Must bend, stretch, and reach for extended periods.
• Must possess a Serv Safe Allergens certification before camp starts.
• Minimum 6‑day, 70‑hour work week.
• Must be able to cook from scratch.
• Institutional and batch cooking experience highly desired.

• Seeking seasonal, summer opportunities.
• Enjoy high‑volume production kitchen and dining facility work.
• Embrace a teaching and learning culture.
• Enjoy being part of a team and community.
• Available to relocate for the summer season in a rustic living environment.

• Competitive pay.
• Bonus system.
• Room and board.
• Transportation expense assistance.
• Seasonal summer contracts.

WOLfoods breaks away from the standard approach toward camp food by eliminating the standard freezer‑to‑table fare and emphasizing home‑style scratch cooking. Partnering with camps committed to healthy, fresh, and delicious foods, WOLfoods is redefining camp cuisine. Seasonal kitchens provide opportunities to educate campers on balanced diets and green initiatives.

Salary: $1300 - $1500 per week.

WOLfoods Food Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and shall treat all applicants for employment equally based upon job‑related qualifications without regard to race, color, age, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law.