2026 - Culinary Professionals - Assistant Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef - Seasonal Relocation Job i...
Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $43,200.00 - $62,400.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
competitive pay
bonus system
Room
Board
transportation expense assistance
seasonal summer contracts
Job Description
WOLFoods, Inc. is a pioneering company dedicated to revolutionizing the culinary experience at summer camp kitchens across the United States. Operating from May through September, WOLFoods collaborates with summer camps committed to offering campers healthy, fresh, and delicious foods. Breaking away from the standard freezer-to-table approach typically associated with camp food, WOLFoods emphasizes home-style scratch cooking to elevate the quality and perception of camp cuisine. The company’s commitment to balanced diets, green initiatives, and diverse menus not only ensures the enjoyment of classic favorites but also provides campers with the opportunity to explore new cultures through a varied culinary experience.... Show More
Job Requirements
- Two plus years high volume commercial kitchen experience
- minimum three professional references with application submission
- proficient in relevant skills relating to specific role
- quality driven
- ability to self-motivate
- maintain a clean work environment
- uphold health department standards
- able to both lead a team and take direction
- must work a minimum 6-days 70-hours per week
- must live on-site in a rural setting with possibility of shared living spaces
- must be able to stand for long periods of time
- must be able to work for long periods of time
- must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds
- must be able to bend, stretch, and reach for extended periods of time
- must possess a ServSafe allergens certification before the start of camp
- must be able to cook from scratch
- institutional and batch cooking experience highly desirable
Job Qualifications
- Minimum two years of high volume commercial kitchen experience
- proficient in relevant culinary skills
- ability to lead a team and take direction
- strong communication skills
- ability to execute recipes using weights and measures
- knowledge of health department sanitation standards
- experience with scratch-made food production
- ability to teach and enforce safety regulations
- ability to manage inventory
- familiarity with special diet and allergen food preparation
- project management skills
- experience in menu planning and recipe development
- ability to supervise and train kitchen personnel
- ServSafe allergens certification or willingness to obtain before camp start
Job Duties
- Control inventory
- assist in assembling orders to be placed
- project management
- communication
- uphold WOLFoods standards of service and quality
- maintain health department sanitation standards
- manage staff
- client relations
- follow the comprehensive WOLFoods camp food training program
- attend related in-service training and staff meetings
- use weights and measures to properly execute recipes
- prepare all menu items and special request items
- follow standardized recipes
- ensure production has accurate timing, quantity, quality, and plating
- supervise kitchen personnel
- actively engage in planning, scheduling, directing, and training
- understand the importance in cross utilization
- understand the importance of utilizing excess production/leftovers
- estimate production needs, establish par levels, order adequate supplies, and maintain inventory
- ensure kitchen and equipment are maintained to health standards
- teach and enforce safety regulations
- specialized food preparation for events
- safe special diet and allergen food preparations
- assist in developing and tasting recipes
- assist in planning menu
- recommend equipment purchases
- may act as a front of house supervisor in the absence of other WOLFoods staff
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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