Lead Line Cook / Sauté – Growth Into Head Chef Role (If Desired)
Highland Lodge – Greensboro, VT
We’re looking for a skilled, motivated cook who’s ready to take the next step in their culinary career. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives on the line—especially in sauté—and wants the creative freedom and responsibility that come with working in a small, fast-growing business.
As part of our tight-knit kitchen team, you’ll help shape our seasonal menus, execute high-quality dishes with consistency, and bring fresh ideas to a restaurant that’s deeply rooted in local ingredients and a sense of place. For the right person, this role can grow into a Head Chef position, with opportunities to take the lead on menu development, specials, systems, and kitchen culture.
What you’ll do:
Take the lead on sauté and serve as a strong, reliable presence on the line
Work closely with management to develop seasonal dishes and refine existing menus
Uphold high standards of quality, consistency, and kitchen organization
Support daily prep, inventory, and ordering as needed
Contribute to a positive, collaborative kitchen environment
What we’re looking for:
Proven experience on the line, with strong sauté skills
A cook who’s excited about menu development and expressing creativity through food
Someone who works clean, communicates well, and thrives under pressure
An interest in growing into a leadership role—whether that’s soon or down the road
A passion for local ingredients, hospitality, and community-oriented cooking
Why work with us:
Highland Lodge is a small but rapidly expanding business where your work actually shapes the future of our culinary program. There’s genuine room to grow, plenty of opportunities to learn, and a supportive team that values creativity, autonomy, and people who care about their craft.
If you’re looking for a place to plant roots, have a voice in the kitchen, and build toward a Head Chef role, we’d love to hear from you. We have lots of flexibility regarding part time/ full time schedule for the right candidate