Summer Camp Culinary Lead (Seasonal: May–August 2026)

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  Lead daily kitchen operations — from prep to service, ensuring workflow is smooth, safe, and efficient.
  
  
  
• Support special dietary needs by developing gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and vegan options.
  
  
  
• Set the standard by maintaining excellent sanitation, cleanliness, and safety across all kitchen areas.
  
  
  
• Create consistency with standardized recipes and presentation techniques.
  
  
  
• Manage resources wisely — exercise portion control, monitor quality, and minimize food costs.
  
  
  
• Serve with purpose by coordinating meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and special events) for up to 800 campers and staff daily.
  
  
  
• Lead and motivate your team, supervising and delegating alongside the Food Service Director.
  
  
  
• Keep things fresh — monitor ingredients, track logs, and stay ahead of tasks.
  
  
  
• Bring the camp spirit — interact with campers and staff with a positive, welcoming attitude.
  
  
  
• Collaborate with Hamsa Cooking management to create memorable food experiences.
  
  
  
  

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  Experienced culinary professional (large-scale cooking or camp experience a plus).
  
  
  
• Knowledge of food safety, storage, prep, and production systems.
  
  
  
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills.
  
  
  
• Detail-oriented with a passion for high-quality, inclusive food.
  
  
  
• Comfortable in fast-paced kitchen environments (lifting up to 50 lbs, hot grills, cold storage).
  
  
  
• Enthusiastic, adaptable, and committed to making summer unforgettable for campers and staff.
  
  
  
  

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  Spend the summer in a dynamic, supportive camp setting.
  
  
  
• Be part of a team that values creativity, efficiency, and fun.
  
  
  
• Gain experience in high-volume food service while making a real impact.
  
  
  
• Work where every meal is part of the camp experience — not just another service.