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Executive Chef
Christian Camp and Conference Association (CCCA)
Location : Hebron, NH, 03241
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
68 Berea Road
Hebron, NH 03241-7401
(603) 744-6344
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http://berea.org/
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Executive Chef
Preferred Qualifications:
• 5+ years working in a Banquet or Catering style Kitchen
• 5+ years in a kitchen leadership/management role
• 1+ years of Budget management
• Strong communications skills
• Strong Leadership skills with a proven ability to mentor, train, and strengthen a team of skilled and unskilled employees and Volunteers.
• Experience working in Camp Ministry is a plus!
Who we are:
Berea Ministries exists to partner for life transformation, advance the Church in New England, and empower people to encounter Christ together.
We create and continuously develop programs that appeal to children, teens, adults, and families where they can respond to the message of Jesus Christ within the context of meaningful relationships and memorable experiences. A family of ministries from and for New England, we do this through camps, retreats, and church and leadership training events for all ages.
Our Kitchen is versatile and flexible meeting needs of all different programs and Guests. With rotating menus we strive for high quality and unique food matching the atmosphere of each Camp Program and group we serve.
What you will be doing:
• Manage the kitchen operations across all three sites in accordance with established guest service, food quality and sustainability standards
• Create seasonal and varied menus for different groups and programs across all three sites
• Meet with site directors to review and develop quality standards, the kitchens, and dining room atmosphere
• Manage budget and meet price per plate goals
• Manage team and development of kitchen staff and volunteers
• Travel weekly to each site to ensure quality standards are met and to prioritize training for kitchen staff
• Purchasing of food
• Ensure quality of products
• Ensure each kitchen work area is stocked with specified tools, supplies, and equipment
• Ensure staff prepares menu items following recipes and yield guides, in accordance with Berea Ministries’ standards
• Observe guest reactions and confer with service staff to ensure guest satisfaction
• Conduct frequent walk-throughs of each kitchen area and direct respective personnel to correct any deficiencies
• Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards
• Work schedule varies and will include working on some holidays and weekends
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching
The right candidate will be a leader in the kitchen, willing to train and grow others in a Christ centered attitude. They will be responsible for the atmosphere of the kitchens and dining halls as well as the quality of food provided. They will be willing to learn from mistakes and strive for Christ like excellence in all that they do.
Time:Full-Time Year RoundSalary:PaidCategory:Food Services
Updated:8/19/2025 2:33:10 PM
68 Berea Road
(603) 744-6344
Freqently Asked Questions
At CCCA, the Executive Chef leads diverse kitchen teams across multiple camp sites, focusing on mentoring staff and volunteers. This position emphasizes nurturing culinary skills while fostering a collaborative, Christ-centered environment tailored to camp ministry settings.
Experience as an Executive Chef in camp ministry offers unique leadership exposure managing seasonal menus and diverse guest needs. This role builds versatile skills ideal for progressing into corporate chef positions or regional executive roles in hospitality sectors.
Daily duties include overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, coordinating with site directors, managing budgets, and training staff. The Executive Chef ensures menus meet diverse camp program requirements while maintaining high culinary standards.
While not mandatory, prior camp ministry involvement is highly valued. It enriches the candidate's ability to align culinary leadership with the organization’s mission of life transformation and community-building through shared meals and hospitality.
Working at CCCA requires balancing high-quality food production with the dynamic needs of camp programs, managing volunteers alongside skilled cooks, and fostering a spiritually supportive kitchen culture, which differs from conventional banquet-focused environments.
Hebron's culinary leadership roles are fewer but valued for candidates with multi-site management skills. Local demand favors chefs who demonstrate flexibility and community engagement, often with a focus on seasonal, sustainable menu planning suited to New England climates.
Executive Chefs in Hebron typically earn between $50,000 and $65,000 annually, depending on experience and scope. Camp roles may offer year-round employment with benefits, reflecting the specialized leadership and culinary versatility required.
The Executive Chef crafts rotating seasonal menus across three sites, integrating sustainability principles by sourcing quality ingredients and adjusting offerings to suit varied camp programs, enhancing guest satisfaction and environmental responsibility.
Strong communication, mentorship ability, and patience are vital for guiding both skilled staff and volunteers. A Christ-like attitude combined with a commitment to excellence ensures a positive kitchen atmosphere aligned with the organization’s spiritual mission.
This role uniquely blends culinary expertise with ministry-focused leadership across multiple camp locations. Unlike corporate chef jobs, it demands adaptability to diverse program needs, volunteer management, and fostering community through food service in a faith-based setting.
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