Head Chef

Head Chef

Idletyme Brewing Company — Stowe, Vermont
Campfire Hospitality

Idletyme Brewing Company, located on Mountain Road in Stowe, VT, is seeking a hands-on Head Chef to lead our high-volume, from-scratch kitchen.

We specialize in elevated pub fare with a strong commitment to quality, consistency, and community. This role is ideal for a chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads from the line, and takes pride in building strong, motivated teams.

If you’re equal parts chef, mentor, and operator, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do:

Lead the Kitchen

• Own day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring the highest food quality standards, presentation, and recipe adherence. 

• Set the tone on the line—leading by example during busy services, events, and peak seasons

• Communicate clearly with Front and Back of House teams on specials, allergies, and service updates

• Create and approve seasonal, on-brand specials

• Source high-quality ingredients, prioritizing local farms and producers whenever possible

• Maintain high culinary standards through regular quality checks and training

Build and Develop a Strong Team

• Hire, train, and mentor a collaborative, high-performing kitchen team

• Foster a culture of respect and “whatever it takes” teamwork

• Hold the team accountable to standards while maintaining community.

• Coach team members in real time to improve execution, efficiency, and confidence

• Partner with leadership to support ongoing development and growth

• Handle all feedback, both positive and negative, in a professional manner.

Run a Smart, Efficient Operation

• Manage labor and food costs with intention—meeting financial goals without compromising quality

• Build weekly schedules that align with business levels and control overtime

• Oversee ordering, inventory, and waste reduction

• Partner with leadership on COGS, pricing, and cost analysis
   

Maintain Safety & Standards

• Uphold a clean, organized kitchen

• Ensure full compliance with all food safety and sanitation regulations

• Maintain an up-to-date manager’s ServSafe credential as well as ensure all managers on staff are certified.

• Resolve operational challenges as they arise – ie. long ticket times, presentation of food, food waste, etc.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven kitchen leadership experience in a high-volume, from-scratch environment

• A hands-on leader who is comfortable working the line daily

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to stay calm, focused, and solutions-oriented under pressure

• Experience with inventory, scheduling, and cost control (Restaurant365 a plus)

• Passion for mentoring others and building team culture

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and peak seasonal periods
   

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary starting at $80,000+, based on experience

• Quarterly performance bonus

• Relocation assistance available

• Paid Time Off

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Dining discounts across Campfire Hospitality restaurants

Why Idletyme?

• A well-established, high-volume restaurant with a strong local following

• A commitment to scratch cooking, quality ingredients, and community connection

• Support from an experienced Culinary Director and restaurant group

• The opportunity to lead, shape, and grow a team in one of Vermont’s most vibrant hospitality markets
   

If you’re ready to take ownership of a busy, quality-driven kitchen and build something meaningful with a great team, we’d love to connect.