Seasonal Breakfast Cook

Position Title:  Breakfast Line Cook        

Supervisor:  Executive Chef, Sous Chef 

Employee Status:   Seasonal, Full Time 

Location:  On-site (99 Inn Road, Shelburne, VT 05482)

Start & End Date:  August 1 through October 20, 2026

Salary Range:  $20.00 - $25.00/hour 

Schedule:  7 day operation; Typical schedule is 5am - 2pm,  and days worked depends on schedule  and availability

Who We Are

Shelburne Farms is an education nonprofit on a mission to inspire and cultivate learning for a sustainable future. 

We realize our mission by integrating three key areas of activity: our programs, place, and products.

Who We’re Looking For

You are a passionate and dedicated cook who thrives in the energy of a morning kitchen. You are excited to work in an environment that promotes sustainability through the culinary experience, specifically by crafting thoughtfully sourced, high-quality breakfast and brunch meals. The Inn at Shelburne Farms plays a crucial role in this mission, allowing our guests to engage with the concepts of sustainability through their food from the very start of their day.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and serve delicious, nutritious, and sustainably sourced breakfast and brunch meals for guests.

• Expertly execute short-order breakfast items, including eggs, omelets, and farm-fresh specialties, using approved safe food-handling practices.

• Support the team’s sustainable culinary practices, including reducing food waste, composting, and utilizing every part of an ingredient.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient morning kitchen environment, adhering to all health and safety regulations.

• Ensure the integrity of the food served aligns with the farm's organizational mission and high standards for quality.

Core Qualifications

• Passion for preparing locally sourced, simply prepared, and beautifully presented breakfast food.

• 3 years or more of professional cooking experience, with a strong preference for breakfast or short-order experience.

• Self-motivated team player with the reliability to handle early morning shifts, weekends, and holidays.

• Excellent knife skills and a deep understanding of breakfast-specific cooking techniques (e.g., egg cookery, griddle work). 

Additional Valued Qualifications 

• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and focus during high-volume breakfast rushes.

• Strong communication skills to coordinate with the morning service team.

• Restaurant opening experience is a plus. 

Work Environment & Physical Demands 

• Being active for extended periods of time and working in settings with limited air conditioned work environments depending on the location.

• This is a very fast-paced role, especially during peak dining hours, requiring a high level of attention to detail and efficiency.

• Carrying and moving items up and down stairs and over uneven terrain, weighing up to 40 lbs.

• Indoor and outdoor work environment. 

• Maintaining a tidy shared workspace.

Benefits 

• Seasonal staff benefit summary here for 2026 benefits.

To Apply 

If our vision and mission excite you, we hope you will share with us your experience and skill set that you feel would qualify you to make a contribution to the Farm.

In your application, please include responses to the following questions. These are not meant to be a writing exercise but to introduce yourself in a meaningful way.

• Submit a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, address:

  • Tell us about your unique characteristics and life experience that will help you thrive in this role. 

  • Are you available to work August 1, 2026 - October 20, 2026?

  • How did you hear about the position?

Shelburne Farms is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we strongly stand against discrimination and harassment of any kind. 

If you need accommodations throughout the application process or have general questions, please contact us at jobs@shelburnefarms.org or 802-985-8686.