As the Food Service Director at Camp Potawotami, you’ll take the lead in planning, preparing, and serving delicious, balanced meals that keep campers and staff energized and happy. You’ll oversee kitchen operations, ensure food safety standards are met, and guide the Food Services team in creating a welcoming dining experience. Your leadership helps fuel our mission—one meal at a time—while fostering a safe, caring environment where kids can grow, connect, and thrive.
Candidates must be committed to contributing to the mission, culture, and values of the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne as well as:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have a high School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must have at least 1-3 years of related supervisory experience.
- Excellent human relations skills and enthusiasm for Camp.
- Elevated math skills and demonstrated recordkeeping proficiency.
- Proficient in computer usage and possess the ability to grow with computer technology.
- An elevated level of organization, flexibility, and ability to handle difficult situations effectively.
- Successfully complete within 60 days of hire: CPR/First Aid/O2 Certification, Bloodborne Pathogen training, Child Abuse Prevention training, and all other required training as specified by your supervisor.
The Food Service Director is responsible for planning, directing, and supervising the daily operations of the Camp’s food service program and reports to the Executive Director.
- Lead: Coordinate to hire, train, supervise, and organize activities of cooks, dishwashers, and food service personnel.
- Support: Monitor and maintain a standard of cleanliness with a safe and sanitary kitchen, equipment, eating area, and storage environment in compliance with ACA and Indiana State standards.
- Implement: Monitor pantry and utilization of staff and participants, place orders, and help receive and store food and other supplies.