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Food Services Manager

Food Service Manager
Full Time
40 hours a week, more in summer, less in winter, schedule largely influenced by camp and retreat groups
Salary and Other Benefits
Does not live on site
Most work onsite

Overview
This position will oversee the dining experience of our campers and guests at Camp Rivercrest. This position works with kitchen staff to prepare meals during our camp and retreat season, while also being available for special events on an “as needed” basis.

Reports To: Operations Director
Direct Reports: Head cooks and all kitchen staff

Qualifications:
Christian believer - Attends and engaged with a local evangelical church
Team Player - Humble, servant leader, flexible, teachable
Servant Hearted - Willing to put personal desires aside for the good of guests
Vision - Able to see the big picture and the processes by which it is accomplished
Strong work ethic – Takes initiative and finishes the job
Approachable – Pleasant and easy to talk to

Skills
Communication – Ability to communicate needs/processes to kitchen staff
Cooking for Large Groups – Ability to cook at a large scale, from 20 - 250
Budget Management – Ability to set a budget and spend wisely
Organization – Able to keep lots of details in order and prioritize
Supervision - Has the ability to lead in a supervisory role and hold people accountable
Innovative- Cooks quality meals within budget and creatively approaches the dining experience of our guests

Responsibilities
Oversite
Ensures that food service operations comply with state regulations.
Maintain food costs within budget by proactive pricing of products
Be proactive in developing new menus.
Instill a passion for hospitality and service within the training of the foodservice team.
Ensures food service staff are trained in proper procedures and food preparation.
Execute a high-quality presentation and knowledge of food to our guests
Continually modifying kitchen operation for best guest experience
Maintains “Safe Serve” certification.


Hands On
Menu plan and order all food keeping age, allergies, portion sizes etc. in mind.
Ensure food is prepared in a timely manner to be hot and ready when guests arrive
Staff the kitchen according to group size and food preparation needs within budget.
Assign kitchen crew leadership and structure for smooth operation.

Time:  Full-Time Year Round
Salary:  Paid
Category:  Food Services

 

 

Updated: 1/5/2026 1:49:55 PM

Job Contact:
Luke Kliewer
(402) 628-6465

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Why work at Camp Rivercrest:

Camp Rivercrest is a year-round camp and retreat center for kids, youth, adults. We host a variety of groups for both weekday and weekend retreats, trainings, meetings, etc. We are located in Eastern Nebraska just 45 minutes from Omaha and Lincoln along the beautiful Platte River valley. Our mission is to provide space for people to connect with God and each other.

2840 County Road 13
    Fremont, NE 68025-9802

(402) 628-6465

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