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Copley Hospital

Sous Chef

Morrisville, VT · On-site

$20.88 - $26.49/hr

The Sous Chef will oversee the activities of the kitchen staff, monitor food production, service ... This is a Full-Time position (PT available). Copley Hospital has a variety of shifts available ...

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Copley Hospital

Sous Chef

Morrisville, VT · On-site

$20.88 - $26.49/hr

The Sous Chef will oversee the activities of the kitchen staff, monitor food production, service ... This is a Full-Time position (PT available). Copley Hospital has a variety of shifts available ...

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Basin Harbor

Banquet Chef

Vergennes, VT · On-site

$58K - $62K/yr

Job Type Full-time, Temporary Description The Banquet Chef is responsible for the overall culinary execution of all banquet and catered events at Basin Harbor. This includes weddings, North Dock ...

EOS Hospitality

Sous Chef

Manchester, VT · On-site

$65K - $75K/hr

Support Chef de Cuisine by conducting daily shift stand-up with kitchen staff. * Participate in ... We are proud to offer competitive wellness options and perks for both our Part Time and Full Time ...

EOS Hospitality

Sous Chef

Manchester, VT · On-site

$25K/mo

Support Chef de Cuisine by conducting daily shift stand-up with kitchen staff. * Participate in ... We are proud to offer competitive wellness options and perks for both our Part Time and Full Time ...

Trapp Family Lodge

Line Cook 1

Stowe, VT · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Full-time, year-round. We are seeking a line ook to prepare guest meals. Experience must include ... Communicate operational needs to Sous Chef or Executive Chef. * Follow all food safety and ...

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Gladys Kitchen at The Hub

$25 - $30/hr

Sets up station according to Chef's guidelines Responsibilities * Follows recipes, portion controls ... Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Salary: $25 - $30 Hourly Bonus/Commission:

Gladys Kitchen at The Hub

Line Cook

Weston, VT · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Sets up station according to Chef's guidelines Responsibilities * Follows recipes, portion controls ... Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Salary: $25 - $30 Hourly Bonus/Commission:

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time chef in Vermont is $26.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.88 and $32.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Work EnvironmentRestaurants, hotels, catering servicesSame as full-time, but with flexible scheduling

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To thrive as a Full Time Chef, you need strong culinary skills, menu planning expertise, and a relevant culinary degree or apprenticeship. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food safety certifications, and inventory management systems is typically required. Leadership, creativity, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for consistently delivering high-quality dishes, maintaining kitchen efficiency, and leading a cohesive team in a demanding environment.

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Full-time chefs often encounter challenges such as managing high-pressure environments, maintaining consistency in food quality during busy service hours, and efficiently coordinating with kitchen staff. Balancing creativity with menu demands and dietary restrictions can also be demanding. Additionally, chefs must stay updated with food safety standards and often work long or irregular hours, especially during weekends and holidays. However, overcoming these challenges fosters strong teamwork, skill development, and career advancement opportunities.

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Full time chefs are professional cooks who work in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, or other food establishments on a consistent, usually 40-hour-per-week basis. They are responsible for planning menus, preparing and cooking meals, managing kitchen staff, and ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. Full time chefs may specialize in specific cuisines or types of dishes, and often oversee inventory, budgeting, and compliance with health regulations. Their role is essential to the daily operations of any food service establishment.
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Sous Chef

Copley Hospital

Morrisville, VT • On-site

$20.88 - $26.49/hr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

Copley Hospital, located in Morrisville/Stowe VT, is looking for a Sous Chef to join our team!

This is a leadership position assisting the Executive Chef in daily operations of the kitchen, including development, inventory, purchasing and watching costs. The Sous Chef will oversee the activities of the kitchen staff, monitor food production, service, and presentation. This position will require the understanding of local, federal and sanitation regulations. Contributes in the activities of managing, development of processes and procedures, hiring, ordering and accountability of staff. They will maintain all required compliance documentation, help manage budgets, and all schedules.  They will aim to achieve the highest possible hospitality standards.  

This position will require cleaning and kitchen maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a focus on kitchen organization, especially in regards to food storage areas. The candidate will assist all levels of kitchen management with ensuring product is properly rotated and stored to ensure service of the freshest possible ingredients. The candidate will make sure food is always properly labelled and stored to keep our staff and patients safe and satisfied.

This is a Full-Time position (PT available). 

Copley Hospital has a variety of shifts available across Full-Time, Part-Time, and Per Diem needs. Please consider applying to discuss how your availability may align.

Compensation: $20.88-26.49/hour.

The posted salary range reflects base compensation for candidates with a variety of experience. An offer within this range may be presented based on experience.


  • Has ability to lead and teach staff in the execution of all menus;
  • Has advanced knowledge of all cooking methods and procedures;
  • Understands menu engineering, assists with development of new menu items and recipes;
  • Provide meals for patients and visitors of the community;
  • Maintains inventory par levels in accordance with established menus and consumption needs;
  • Procures and receives supplies and equipment following established procedures;
  • Operates food program within defined budgetary guidelines;
  • Understands diets and modified food consistency diets;
  • Manages staff schedules, time and attendance when Exec. Chef is not present.
  • Aids in the performance of the cafeteria as well as kitchen and patient line service;
  • Learns, understands, practices all guidelines set forth by ServeSafe program; documents information as required, has knowledge of maintenance request software
  • Ensures that all food service areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner according to State, local and ServSafe guidelines;
  • Operates various departmental equipment (ovens, mixers, fryolators, etc.);
  • Supportive and friendly to co-workers; patients, staff and visitors;
  • Maintains successful attendance and performance standards;
  • Has ability to meet physical demands of position.
  • Hold employees accountable to all working S.O.P.’s, policies and
  • Ability to order all product needed for the success of the department
  • Assumes other duties as assigned

  • High School diploma or equivalent.  
  • Secondary or technical training desired
  • 3 to 4 years of restaurant, hospital, or institutional cooking as a head cook
  • Skills: Advanced culinary skills. Interpersonal and organizational skills

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