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
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We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and capable FOOD SERVICE OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
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THIS POSITION IS NOT LOCAL. You will be living 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. You must possess knowledge of food allergens and the ability to create dishes for people with a multitude of dietary restrictions and combinations of restrictions.

It will require planning, recipe execution, and strict sanitation practices to avoid cross contamination and cross‑contact. You must be able to facilitate the duties and responsibilities of creating, implementing, and maintaining the Service & Culinary needs of the assigned camp. You must be able to maintain clean and comfortable surroundings, in a fast‑paced environment, while ensuring correct service timing, food quantity, and food quality are accurately provided 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 for this position, and you must be able to 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, compliance with camp standards, controlling the budget, and training staff on service standards. The position will be the primary contact liaison between the camp and the kitchen and will therefore attend all relevant meetings and events, manage payroll, control the flow of special requests, and avail themselves to any concern as expressed by camp leadership.

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

• Perform all duties toward the goal of providing excellent guest service in an efficient manner
• Develop effective schedules for the staff based on levels of business and budgetary guidelines
• Schedule and coordinate all side work for personnel
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the Dining Hall according to established standards of sanitation
• Maintain appearance and uniform standards
• Has a 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
• Ensures the dining hall is open and prepared 15 minutes prior to service
• Implements a checklist system to facilitate the dining hall throughout the day
• Follows Wolfoods initiatives for environmental practices to minimize wasted energy and resources
• Is knowledgeable of all menus and specifications
• Maintain constant follow up with dining hall standards
• Follows company standards for safety practices to minimize risk to self and others
• Responsible for daily reporting
• Effectively communicates 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, & Parents
• Control Inventory
• Place Orders
• Project Management
• Communication
• Uphold Wolfoods Standards of Service, & Quality
• Maintain Health Department Sanitation Standards
• Manage Staff
• Client Relations
• Follow the…