Kitchen Manager

Description

General Purpose
Under the direction of the Perlman Camp Program & Operations Manager, the Kitchen Manager is responsible for the oversight and management of all food preparation and service operations. The Kitchen manager plans, prepares and supervises the preparation of meals for Perlman Camp and all rental groups alongside the Head Chef.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

Menu
Along with the head chef, the kitchen manager will plan nutritious, delicious, well-balanced menus for meals and snacks, taking group ages, programming, dietary needs, allergies, and special requests into account.
Manage and oversee the special diets kitchen to ensure food safety and quality for individuals with food allergies and restrictions.
Submit detailed menus to camp directors for approval)

Budget
Manage and execute all food and kitchen supplies procurement.
Maintain food cost records.
Work with Administrators to keep food, supply, and staff costs within the approved budget.

Standards, Regulations, and Policies
Implement American Camp Association accreditation standards related to Food Service
Abide by all state and local health department regulations.
Follow and enforce all camp policies and procedures pertaining to kitchen, food storage, and dining hall.

Staff
Train food service staff per ServSafe, American Camp Association and Pennsylvania Health Department guidelines.
Create and oversee a work schedule for kitchen staff and assign work hours to employees.
Supervise and manage food service employees.

Hospitality
Supervise dining room procedures and see that the dining room is attractively maintained and clean.
Maintain a high level of customer service for our participants and guests.
Maintain a running inventory of food and supplies in the camp kitchen.
Ensure that the camp kitchen is clean and ready for use.

Equipment
Arrange for the proper care and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
Inform the maintenance team and Director team of the failure of any kitchen equipment to operate properly.