Lead Chef: High-Volume Scratch Kitchen Leader & Mentor

Idletyme Brewing Company; Stowe (VT); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly performance bonus

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Dining discounts

Job summary

A vibrant hospitality restaurant in Vermont is seeking a Head Chef to lead its busy, from-scratch kitchen. The ideal candidate will possess strong kitchen leadership experience and a passion for mentoring a high-performing team. They will be responsible for maintaining food quality, team accountability, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Offering a starting salary of $80,000+, benefits, and relocation assistance. Join a committed team dedicated to quality ingredients and community connection.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a high-volume, from-scratch kitchen.
• Hands-on leader comfortable working the line daily.
• Ability to manage labor and food costs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day kitchen operations and ensure food quality.
• Lead by example during busy service and events.
• Hire, train, and mentor a collaborative kitchen team.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Team mentoring

Tools

Restaurant365

Job description

A vibrant hospitality restaurant in Vermont is seeking a Head Chef to lead its busy, from-scratch kitchen. The ideal candidate will possess strong kitchen leadership experience and a passion for mentoring a high-performing team. They will be responsible for maintaining food quality, team accountability, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Offering a starting salary of $80,000+, benefits, and relocation assistance. Join a committed team dedicated to quality ingredients and community connection.