2026 - Culinary Professionals - Special Diet (Allergen) Chef / Sous Chef - Seasonal Relocation Jo...
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $43,200.00 - $62,400.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
competitive pay
bonus system
Room
Board
transportation expense assistance
seasonal summer contracts
Job Description
Wolfoods, Inc. is a pioneering company that redefines the traditional approach to camp food by replacing standard freezer-to-table fare with wholesome, home-style scratch cooking. Operating summer camp kitchens across the country between May and September, Wolfoods partners with camps dedicated to providing campers with healthy, fresh, and delicious meals. This innovative approach transforms the typical camp dining experience into what they aptly call Camp Cuisine, emphasizing balance, freshness, and cultural exploration through varied menu offerings. Each meal features freshly baked goods prepared on-site by professional bakers and includes options like the Morning Fruit and Yogurt Bar and expansive Salad Bars... Show More
Job Requirements
- 2+ years commercial kitchen experience
- Minimum three professional references required with application submission
- Ability to self-motivate
- Maintain a clean work environment
- Uphold health department standards
- Able to both lead a team and take direction
- Minimum 6-day 70-hour work week
- Must live on-site in a rural setting with the possibility of shared living spaces
- Ability to work under pressure in environments that are above/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
- Must possess a ServSafe allergens certification before the start of camp (company sponsored)
- Must be able to identify the Big 9 allergens in food and communicate effectively with others
- Must be able to cook from scratch with minimal supervision
- Must be able to take a menu and make several different versions of the items to cater to dietary needs
Job Qualifications
- 2+ years 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 possess a ServSafe allergens certification before the start of camp (company sponsored)
- Must be able to identify the Big 9 allergens in food and communicate effectively with others
- Must be able to cook from scratch with minimal supervision
- Must be able to take a menu and make several different versions of the items to cater to dietary needs
Job Duties
- Controls inventory
- Assists in assembling orders to be placed
- Project management
- Communication
- Uphold Wolfoods standards of service and quality
- In depth understanding of food safety as it pertains to special diet food preparation and cooking for individuals with allergies or food sensitivities
- Interact with campers, staff, and parents
- Recognize and 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 events
- Follow standardized recipes
- Ensure production has accurate timing, quantity, quality, and plating
- Supervise personnel
- Actively engage in planning, scheduling, directing, and training
- Understand the importance of cross-utilization
- Estimate production needs, establish par levels, order adequate supplies, and maintain inventory
- Understand that special diet ingredients could have a 2+ week lead time
- Recommends equipment purchases
- May act as front of house supervisor in the absence of other Wolfoods staff
- Safe special diet and allergen food production
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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