2026 - Culinary Professionals - Assistant Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef - Seasonal Relocation Job i...
Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $47,900.00 - $64,700.00
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 that operates summer camp kitchens across the United States from May through September. Distinguished from conventional camp food providers, WOLFoods specializes in elevating the dining experience at summer camps by replacing traditional freezer-to-table fare with home-style scratch cooking. This culinary philosophy emphasizes fresh, balanced meals prepared on-site, allowing campers to enjoy nutritious options that are both delicious and culturally enriching. By partnering with camps committed to healthy and environmentally friendly dining practices, WOLFoods offers campers an opportunity to savor meals that foster a deeper understanding of balanced diets and green initiatives. Each meal includes... Show More
Job Requirements
- 2+ years high volume commercial kitchen experience
- minimum three professional references required 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 (company sponsored)
- must be able to cook from scratch
- institutional and batch cooking experience highly desirable
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- minimum 2 years of high-volume commercial kitchen experience
- proven leadership skills
- ability to self-motivate
- strong communication skills
- proficiency in cooking from scratch
- experience with institutional and batch cooking highly desirable
- ability to maintain clean work environment
- knowledge of health department standards
- ServSafe Allergens Certification (or willingness to obtain before camp start)
- ability to work long hours and physically demanding shifts
- experience in supervising kitchen staff
Job Duties
- Control inventory
- assist in assembling orders to be placed
- manage project tasks and timelines
- maintain clear and effective communication
- uphold Wolfoods standards of service and quality
- maintain health department sanitation standards
- manage kitchen and dining hall staff
- build and maintain strong 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 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 cross utilization of ingredients
- utilize excess production and leftovers efficiently
- estimate production needs and establish par levels
- order adequate supplies and maintain inventory
- ensure kitchen and equipment meet health standards
- teach and enforce safety regulations
- prepare specialized foods for events
- safely prepare special diet and allergen food
- assist in developing and tasting recipes
- assist in menu planning
- recommend equipment purchases
- act as front of house supervisor in absence of other staff
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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