Summer Camp Food Service Director - Seasonal not Local

2026 - Summer Camp Food Service Director - Seasonal Relocation

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Wolfoods operates summer camp kitchens across the country between May - September. We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and capable Food Service Operations Director
. THIS POSITION IS NOT LOCAL. You will live abroad on-site for the term of the contract.
This is a HANDS‑ON & demanding position!! All lead staff will live on site at the job location – Room, Board, & Travel Expense Assistance are provided.

The position requires the ability to flawlessly execute the Wolfoods Camp Food Service Program, including knowledge of food allergens, and creating dishes for people with various dietary restrictions. You must plan, execute recipes, and enforce strict sanitation practices to avoid cross‑contamination and cross‑contact. You will facilitate duties and responsibilities of creating, implementing, and maintaining the Service & Culinary needs of the assigned camp.

You must maintain clean, comfortable surroundings in a fast‑paced environment, ensuring correct service timing, food quantity, and quality for all meal periods and special requests.

This position requires the ability to communicate with children, exchange students, front‑and‑back‑of‑house staff, directors, managers, counselors, leaders, specialists, and diners professionally and effectively. A keen sense of urgency is a must. You must answer all Service & Culinary related questions in accordance with Wolfoods Standards of Service Guidelines.

The lead staff will manage all aspects of the food service operation to deliver high levels of camp diner satisfaction, comply with camp standards, control the budget, and train staff on service standards. The position will be the primary point of contact liaison between the camp and kitchen, attending relevant meetings, managing payroll, controlling the flow of special requests, and addressing concerns expressed by camp leadership.

This job requires initiative, leadership, hands‑on self‑reliance, and judgment.

• Perform all duties toward providing excellent guest service efficiently
• Develop effective schedules for staff based on business levels and budgetary guidelines
• Schedule and coordinate all side work for personnel
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the Dining Hall per sanitation standards
• Maintain appearance and uniform standards
• Presence on the floor during meal periods to observe, monitor, and follow up on all areas of the dining hall operation
• Work with the chef on duty to maintain high standards of food presentation and sanitation
• Train and develop all FOH dining personnel
• Provide ongoing feedback to all service personnel concerning standards and performance
• Communicate with the Head Chef and Camp Directors daily concerning all aspects of the dining hall operation
• Frequently interact with diners for general feedback
• Ensure the dining hall is open and prepared 15 minutes prior to service
• Implement a checklist system to facilitate the dining hall throughout the day
• Follow Wolfoods initiatives for environmental practices to minimize wasted energy and resources
• Be knowledgeable of all menus and specifications
• Maintain constant follow‑up with dining hall standards
• Follow company standards for safety practices to minimize risk to self and others
• Responsible for daily reporting
• Communicate effectively with subordinates, co‑workers, and supervisors
• Motivate and foster a positive work environment
• Attend related in‑service training and staff meetings
• Understand Food Safety as it pertains to special diet food preparations and cooking for individuals with allergies
• Professionally interact with campers, staff, and parents
• Control inventory, place orders, manage project planning, and handle communication
• Uphold Wolfoods Standards of Service & Quality
• Maintain Health Department Sanitation Standards
• Manage staff, client relations, and follow the comprehensive Wolfoods Camp Food Training Program
• Use weights and measures to execute recipes accurately
• Prepare all menu items and special‑request events, following standardized recipes
• Ensur…