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Assistant Food Service Manager
Christian Camp and Conference Association (CCCA)
Location : Quarryville, PA, 17566
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : competitive
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
1345 Kirkwood Pike
Quarryville, PA 17566-9539
(717) 529-3232
Recruiting Video (if applicable):
http://www.blackrockretreat.com
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Assistant Food Service Manager
Interested applications should send a resume (in PDF form) to Tracy at tkile@brr.org.
ASSISTANT FOOD SERVICE Manager
JOB PURPOSE:
To support the Food Service Director in planning, organizing, and administering the Food Service Department within the approved budget and overall purpose of Black Rock Retreat. The Assistant Food Service Manager helps ensure quality meal preparation, staff supervision, and kitchen maintenance to create a welcoming dining experience for guests and staff, with a special focus in front of house management.
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Food Service Director
SUPERVISES:
Cooks, Assistants, Volunteers (as assigned)
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, exhibiting evidence of a consistent, growing, daily walk.
Agrees with Black Rock Retreat's mission statement, faith statement, core values, conduct statement, and policies.
Is flexible and able to work effectively with Black Rock Retreat staff, kitchen volunteers, retreat guests, summer campers, and others.
Demonstrates strong leadership qualities and serves as a positive Christian role model.
Is willing to prioritize others’ needs for the common good of the organization.
SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Has at least two years of food service management or supervisory experience. A culinary degree is helpful but not required.
Possesses excellent interpersonal skills, including sensitivity, objectivity, and clear communication.
Understands fundamental management concepts, including planning, organizing, delegating, problem-solving, and overseeing labor, finances, equipment, and food.
Displays integrity and an honest, straightforward attitude to foster positive working relationships.
Exhibits emotional maturity and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
Has or is willing to obtain ServSafe certification.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in planning menus that consider group size, age, dietary needs, and balanced nutrition.
Aid in food purchasing, working within the approved food service budget while prioritizing quality and cost-effective sourcing.
Help recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate food service staff. Provide ongoing training on safety, sanitation, and kitchen procedures.
Maintain kitchen equipment and facilities, ensuring proper operation and adherence to safety standards.
Support the Food Service Director in providing both technical and spiritual leadership to the Food Service Department.
Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen and dining areas, implementing routine cleaning schedules.
Be familiar with kitchen operations to effectively manage meal preparation and service as needed.
Collaborate with retreat committees and program heads for special food-related events.
Attend department meetings and assist in updating food service manuals and recipe files annually.
Stay current with industry trends by attending relevant training seminars, conferences, and food shows.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT:
Attend training seminars, conferences, and food exhibitions to remain updated on new equipment, food products, and preparation techniques.
Time:Full-Time Year RoundSalary:PaidCategory:Food Services
Updated:3/28/2025 7:40:05 AM
1345 Kirkwood Pike
(717) 529-3232
Freqently Asked Questions
In Quarryville, the Assistant Food Service Manager position blends hands-on food preparation knowledge with supervising kitchen staff and volunteers. Successful candidates combine culinary understanding with strong people management, ensuring efficient operations and a welcoming dining environment aligned with local community values.
Professionals in this role often progress into Food Service Director or Operations Manager positions, especially when they develop expertise in budget management, staff leadership, and menu planning. This career path benefits from continuous learning and certifications, enhancing managerial and technical skills within food service.
Key strengths include effective communication, problem-solving under pressure, and familiarity with food safety protocols like ServSafe. Additionally, leadership qualities that foster teamwork and a positive work atmosphere are vital for managing diverse kitchen staff and ensuring smooth service delivery.
CCCA integrates faith-based leadership with practical food service management, expecting the Assistant Manager to exemplify Christian values while supporting spiritual and operational goals. This unique blend encourages a nurturing environment where hospitality meets mission-driven service.
Beyond standard kitchen duties, this role involves collaborating with retreat committees for special events and providing spiritual leadership. Such tasks require adaptability and the ability to align food service operations with the retreat's faith-inspired culture and guest experience.
In Quarryville, ServSafe certification is highly regarded for food service managers to ensure compliance with safety standards. Local employers often value this credential alongside demonstrated leadership and budget management experience in food operations.
Quarryville maintains steady demand for skilled food service managers due to its active hospitality sector, including camps and retreats. Candidates with supervisory experience and a strong service ethic tend to find favorable opportunities in this community-focused market.
Competition can be moderate, with a preference for candidates showing both leadership capabilities and alignment with local organizational values. Those who bring a combination of culinary knowledge and proven team management stand out in this regional job market.
This full-time position at Black Rock Retreat offers a competitive salary consistent with regional food service management roles, typically reflecting the balance of operational responsibility and leadership within a faith-based environment.
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