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

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

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Wolfoods operates summer camp kitchens across the country between May – September. We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and capable Kitchen Manager / Head Chef (Lead Staff). 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 flawless execution of the Wolfoods Camp Food Service Program, including knowledge of food allergens and the ability to create dishes for people with numerous dietary restrictions. The role involves planning, recipe execution, strict sanitation practices, and ensuring correct service timing, food quantity, and food quality are accurately provided for all meal periods and special requests.

Effective communication with children, staff, counselors, directors, managers and diners is essential. The lead staff will manage all aspects of the food service operation, deliver high levels of camp diner satisfaction, control the budget, train staff and serve as the primary liaison between the camp and kitchen. Initiative, leadership, hands‑on self‑reliance, and judgment are required.

• Perform all duties toward the goal of providing excellent guest service in an efficient manner
• Develop effective schedules for the staff based on business levels and budgetary guidelines
• Schedule and coordinate all side work for personnel
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the Dining Hall according to standards of sanitation
• Maintain appearance and uniform standards
• Have 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 in maintaining 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
• Effectively communicate with subordinates, co-workers, and supervisors
• Able to 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 and communication responsibilities
• Uphold Wolfoods Standards of Service & Quality
• Maintain health department sanitation standards
• Manage staff and client relations
• Follow the comprehensive Wolfoods Camp Food Training Program
• Use weights and measures to properly execute recipes
• Prepare all menu items and special request events
• Follow standardized recipes
• Ensure production is accurate in timing, quantity, quality, and plating
• Actively lead in planning, scheduling, directing, and training
• Understand the importance of cross utilization and utilizing excess production
• Estimate production needs, establish par levels, order adequate supplies, and maintain inventory
• Place accurate food orders ahead of time
• Ensure kitchen and equipment are maintained to health standards
• Teach and enforce safety regulations
• Specialized food preparation for events
• Assist in developing and tasting recipes
• Assist in planning menu
• Recommend equipment purchases
• May act as a Front of House supervisor when necessary

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