2026 - Culinary Professionals - Kitchen Manager / Head Chef - Seasonal Relocation Job is Not Local
Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $47,100.00 - $70,700.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
competitive pay
bonus system
Room
Board
transportation expense assistance
seasonal summer contracts
Job Description
Wolfoods, Inc. is a pioneering company dedicated to transforming the traditional notion of camp food by offering high-quality, home-style scratch cooking in summer camp kitchens across the country. Operating between May and September, Wolfoods partners with camps committed to providing campers with healthy, fresh, and delicious meals, enhancing the overall camp experience with an emphasis on balanced diets and green initiatives. The company prides itself on elevating camp cuisine by eliminating typical freezer-to-table meals and instead focusing on freshly prepared dishes made from scratch daily. With a diverse menu that caters to numerous dietary restrictions and preferences, Wolfoods ensures every... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must live on-site in a rural setting with the possibility of shared living spaces
- Minimum six-day 70-hour work week
- Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with campers, staff, and parents
- Must have initiative, leadership, hands-on self-reliance, and judgment
- Maintains clean and comfortable surroundings in a fast-paced environment
- Follow company standards for safety practices to minimize risk to self and others
- Must attend related in-service training and staff meetings
- Must follow the comprehensive Wolfoods Camp Food Training Program
- Ability to work collaboratively with camp leadership and kitchen staff
- Must be able to schedule staff and control payroll
- Knowledge of food allergens and dietary restrictions
- Able to respond to special diet food preparations and cooking for individuals with allergies
Job Qualifications
- Four plus years commercial kitchen experience
- Minimum three professional references required with application submission
- Proficient in relevant skills relating to specific role
- Ability to self-motivate
- Able to both lead a team and take direction
- Must be able to cook from scratch
- Institutional and batch cooking experience highly desired
- Must possess a ServSafe Allergens Certification before start of camp
- Ability to work under pressure in environments that are above or below average temperatures
- Must be able to stand 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
Job Duties
- 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
- Have 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 front-of-house dining personnel
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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