🚀 2026 - Food Service Director - ROCKSTAR for SUMMER 2026 (Seasonal Relocation Job is not Local)

Overview

Wolfoods operates summer camp kitchens across the country between May - September. We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and capable FOOD SERVICE OPERATIONS DIRECTORS . This position is not local; you will be living abroad on-site for the term of the contract. This is a HANDS-ON & demanding position. All lead staff will live on site at the job location; room, board, and travel expense assistance are provided.

The position requires the ability to flawlessly execute the Wolfoods Camp Food Service Program. You must possess knowledge of food allergens and the ability to create dishes for people with multiple dietary restrictions. It will require planning, recipe execution, and strict sanitation practices to avoid cross contamination and cross-contact. You must be able to facilitate the duties and responsibilities of creating, implementing, and maintaining the Service & Culinary needs of the assigned camp. You must maintain clean and comfortable surroundings in a fast-paced environment, ensuring correct service timing, food quantity, and food quality for all meal periods and special requests.

You must communicate with children, exchange students, front and back of house staff, directors, managers, counselors, leaders, specialists, and diners professionally and effectively. A keen sense of urgency is a must, and you must be able to answer all Service & Culinary related questions in accordance with Wolfoods Standards of Service Guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent guest service in an efficient manner toward the goal of high guest satisfaction
• Develop effective staff schedules based on business levels and budget guidelines
• Schedule and coordinate all side work for personnel
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the Dining Hall according to sanitation standards
• Maintain appearance and uniform standards
• Have a presence on the floor during meal periods to observe, monitor, and follow up on all dining hall operations
• Work with the chef on duty to maintain high standards of food presentation and sanitation
• Train and develop all FOH dining personnel
• Provide ongoing feedback to service personnel concerning standards and performance
• Communicate daily with the Head Chef and Camp Directors about all aspects of dining hall operations
• Interact with diners for general feedback
• Ensure the dining hall is open and prepared 15 minutes prior to service
• Implement a checklist system to facilitate the dining hall operations
• Follow Wolfoods environmental initiatives to minimize wasted energy and resources
• Know all menus and specifications
• Maintain dining hall standards through consistent follow-up
• Follow safety practices to minimize risk
• Responsible for daily reporting
• Communicate effectively with subordinates, colleagues, and supervisors
• Motivate and foster a positive work environment
• Attend related in-service training and staff meetings
• Understand Food Safety as it pertains to special diet food preparations and cooking for individuals with allergies
• Interact professionally with campers, staff, and parents
• Control inventory and place orders
• Project management and planning
• Uphold Wolfoods Standards of Service and Quality
• Maintain Health Department sanitation standards
• Manage staff and client relations
• Follow the comprehensive Wolfoods Camp Food Training Program
• Use weights and measures to execute recipes
• Prepare all menu items and special events and follow standardized recipes
• Ensure production is accurate in timing, quantity, quality, and plating
• Lead in planning, scheduling, directing, and training
• Understand cross utilization and use of production
• Estimate production needs, establish par levels, order supplies, and maintain inventory
• Place accurate food orders ahead of time
• Ensure kitchen and equipment meet health standards
• Teach and enforce safety regulations
• Specialized food preparation for events and assist in developing and tasting recipes
• Assist in planning menus and recommend equipment purchases
• May act as Front of House supervisor when necessary

Qualifications & Experience

• 4+ years commercial kitchen experience in a lead role
• Minimum three professional references required with application submission
• Proficient in relevant skills relating to the specific role
• Quality driven and self-motivated
• High level computer literacy
• Recognize and uphold Health Department standards
• Able to lead a team and take direction
• Minimum 6-day work week at ~70 hours
• Must live on-site in a rural setting with potential shared living spaces
• Must be able to stand for long periods
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds
• Must be able to bend, stretch, and reach for extended periods
• ServSafe Manager Certification required
• ServSafe Allergens Certification required before camp start (company sponsored)
• Ability to work under temperature extremes
• Must be able to cook from scratch
• Institutional and batch cooking experience is highly desired

Ideal candidates

• Looking for seasonal, summer opportunities
• Enjoy high-volume production kitchen and dining facility challenges
• Embrace a teaching and learning culture
• Get excited about being part of a team and community
• Are able to relocate for the summer in a rustic living environment

Employment Package Includes

• Competitive pay
• Bonus system
• Room
• Board
• Transportation expense assistance
• Seasonal summer contracts

About Wolfoods, Inc.

WOLFoods breaks away from the standard approach towards "camp food" by eliminating the standard Freezer to Table fare and improving it with Home Style Scratch Cooking. Partnering with Camps committed to offering campers healthy, fresh, and delicious foods, Wolfoods is changing the perception of camp food into Camp Cuisine. Summer Camp Kitchens and Dining Halls educate campers on balanced diets and green initiatives. A diverse menu offers campers favorites and opportunities to explore culture through cuisine. Each meal includes freshly baked items on site by our professional bakers. Campers can enjoy entrees or items from the Morning Fruit and Yogurt Bar, salad bars, and other offerings with personalized care for special diets, including Kosher, Nut Free, Gluten Free, and Vegan options.

The information provided is general in nature and not intended to be an inclusive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Wolfoods Food Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and shall treat all applicants equitably based upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, age, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law.