Camp Chef

Tranquillity Camp

Tranquillity Camp is a sleep‑away camp located in the Catskills in New York, about 20 miles south of Albany, NY. This position requires relocation for the following dates:

May 11 – August 21
st (15 weeks)

• Guests for Memorial Day weekend as well as other weekends before camp (light work)
• Staff orientation begins June 24 (medium work)
• Camp dates are June 29 – August 18 (heaviest workload)
• Clean‑up – August 18 – 21 (light work)

Included with Compensation:
Assistance with travel if necessary and onsite private housing provided. All meals included. Discounted camper tuition available for candidates with children that would like to attend camp.

• Knowledge of Kashrut
• In‑depth knowledge and at least 5 years experience with kitchen operations in camp food service or similar
• Experience cooking in a commercial kitchen
• Serve Safe Certification (or something comparable – we will assist in obtaining this if needed)
• Aptitude to accommodate various food allergies and sensitivities
• Ability to adhere to predetermined menus while being flexible when/if needed
• Proficiency in planning for and ordering food items while being financially responsible and staying within budget guidelines
• Good interpersonal skills and experience with managing a team and being a positive team leader and team player
• Desire to go above and beyond outlined responsibilities and do excellent work

• Preparation of breakfast, lunch and dinner for approximately 325 staff and campers
• Oversee end‑to‑end kitchen operations from food prep to food service and kitchen clean‑up

• Seven day work week (possible breaks with advanced planning)
• Supervise and manage kitchen staff of 8‑10 people (plus camper waiters)
• Assistance with menu planning as needed, including planning for food sensitivities and allergies
• Assistance in ordering and purchasing as needed
• Ensure quality, safety, wholesomeness, and cleanliness of all food and kitchen equipment and operations
• Adhering to New York State Department of Health regulations and guidelines
• Pre‑season set‑up, post‑camp clean‑up and proper long‑term storage of food and equipment