Food Service Manager

Strong Rock Camp and Retreat

Job Description – Food Service Manager

Job Title: Foodservice Manager

Supervisor: Guest Services Director

Summary

We are seeking an experienced food service manager who has a passion for creating serving thoughtfully prepared meals in a Christ centered environment. This person has a flexible mindset, able to transition from a full summer schedule and meals to a more weekend heavy retreat schedule. Menu innovation and financial management are critical skills.  

Time Commitment

During summer camp the kitchen provides meals three times per day and seven days per week. While the manager does not have to be present for all meals, they will have to ensure that meals are planned and staffed. During the retreat season most meals will be Friday-Sunday. The expectation of the position is a minimum of 40 hours per week.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Desire and ability to work in a commercial kitchen

• Ability to learn to do tasks as assigned and accept guidance when needed

• Ability to work well with others and supervise them as a Christian role model with a Colossians 3:23 mindset. Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men.

• Good time management skills

• Enthusiasm, flexibility, and self-starter

• Create, plan, budget, and order menus for summer and retreat season

Food & Meal Management

• Plan menus for campers, retreat guests, and staff

• Accommodate dietary needs 

• Oversee food prep, cooking, and serving

• Ensure meals are on time and meet quality standards

Staff Leadership

• Train, schedule, and supervise kitchen staff (and volunteers if applicable)

• Foster a positive, respectful, team-oriented kitchen culture

• Provide feedback and support to seasonal staff

Operations & Logistics

• Order food and supplies and manage inventory

• Work within budget and steward resources responsibly

• Coordinate meal counts and times with program staff

• Oversee cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local health department regulations

• Maintain food safety standards (ServSafe, etc.)

• Manage inspections and documentation

• Create and enforce allergy and cross-contamination protocols

Personal Traits and Culture Fit

• Calm under pressure

• Flexible and solutions-oriented

• Enjoys mentoring young staff

• Values Christian hospitality and service

• Supportive of the camp’s mission to inspire abundant and purposeful living (John 10:10)

• Organized

Compensation

• Salary is 30k/year with housing provided (housing is either a small 2 bedroom apartment or a dorm style room). Salary may be negotiated based on experience or if housing is not needed.

• Health insurance is not provided at this time

What Success Looks Like

• Guests are cared for and welcomed

• Meals run smoothly 

• Kitchen staff feel supported and trained

• Health inspections consistently pass with strong marks

• Meals are thoughtfully created and delicious

• • The kitchen has a joyful atmosphere