Job Title: Summer Camp Head Chef

Location: 179 Blue Star Way, Hendersonville, NC 28739

Duration: Summer Season (Exact Dates TBD)

Position Type: Seasonal, Full-time

About Us:

Blue Star Camps, founded in 1948, is a world class family-owned and operated residential summer camp nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our core values based camp offers a wide range of exciting activities for campers aged 7-15, providing them with unforgettable summer experiences, with a larger mission of teaching them to be their best selves. We are seeking a passionate, calm, and innovative Summer Camp Head Chef to join our team for the upcoming summer season.

Job Description:

As a Summer Camp Head Chef, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our campers and staff enjoy delicious, nutritious, and memorable meals throughout their summer camp experience. You will have the opportunity to create a positive impact on the camp community by preparing and serving meals that energize and satisfy our campers.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and serve well-balanced meals for campers and staff, considering dietary restrictions and allergies.
• Create weekly menus that are both nutritious and appealing to campers of all ages.
• Manage kitchen inventory, order supplies, and maintain cleanliness and organization.
• Supervise kitchen staff and volunteers, providing guidance and support consistently.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards.
• Foster a positive and inclusive dining experience for campers and staff.
• Collaborate with camp leadership to accommodate special events and dietary needs.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a chef in a camp, restaurant, or similar setting.
• Knowledge of Kosher style, nutrition, dietary restrictions, and meal planning.
• Ability to work and stay calm in a fast-paced and high-energy environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to meticulous detail.
• Excellent communication (especially active listening) and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the unique needs of a summer camp kitchen.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent is a plus.

Benefits:

• Competitive seasonal salary.
• Room and board provided.
• Opportunity to work in a beautiful natural setting.
• Make a positive impact on the lives of campers.
• Join a supportive and fun camp community.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about cooking and creating memorable dining experiences for campers, we invite you to apply for a Summer Camp Head Chef position at Blue Star Camps. To apply, please submit your resume, a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience, and at least two professional references to staffing@bluestarcamps.com (please include "Summer Camp Head Chef Application" in the subject line).

Blue Star Camps is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse camp community. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Application Deadline:

Applications will be accepted until February 15, 2024. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before the deadline, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Join us this summer and help create lifelong memories for our campers through delicious and nutritious meals!

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $1,200.00 per week

Experience level:

• 10 years

Shift:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Casual dining restaurant
• Children's hospital
• Fine dining restaurant
• Hospital
• Military hospital
• Military school
• Resort
• University

Ability to Relocate:

• Hendersonville, NC 28739: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person