2027 - Summer Camp Food Service Director
About the role
Wolfoods is elevating camp dining by replacing standard freezer fare with fresh, high-quality, scratch-cooked cuisine. We serve vibrant summer camp communities across the country while providing exceptional care for dietary restrictions, nutrition, and environmental sustainability. We are seeking an experienced, high-energy Food Service Operations Director for a hands-on leadership position. You will oversee all daily culinary and service operations, staff management, budgeting, and allergen safety at a top-tier summer camp. This is an on-site, live-in position in a fast-paced, high-volume environment located at rural summer camp facilities across the US.
Responsibilities
- Lead, schedule, and train Front of House (FOH) and kitchen staff; foster a high-energy, positive environment.
- Manage operational flow, portion control, menu specs, scratch cooking execution, and timely meal service.
- Strictly manage food allergy protocols (Kosher, Nut-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan, etc.) and maintain top Health Department sanitation standards.
- Manage inventory, place food orders, control budgets, track daily reporting.
- Serve as the main liaison between kitchen operations, campers, camp leadership and Wolfoods corporate office.
Requirements
- 4+ years in a commercial kitchen leadership role with scratch and institutional/batch cooking experience.
- ServSafe Manager Certified (ServSafe Allergens required before start date; company-sponsored).
- Ability to stand for extended periods, work in hot/cold kitchen settings, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ready to live on-site in a rustic setting, work a demanding 6-day/70-hour week, and thrive under pressure.
Skills
- Strong leadership
- High computer literacy
- Budgeting capability
- Sharp problem-solving abilities
Pay
Competitive seasonal pay + performance bonus structure
Benefits
- Full room and board provided for the duration of the contract
- Travel expense assistance
- Opportunity to lead a dynamic team in a unique, vibrant camp community
Schedule
Seasonal contract (May – September); Full-Time, Exempt (6 days / 70 hours per week)