Earn more than a college degree through immersive, active-learning experiences and programs. Develop the intellect, ministry skillsets, character, and spiritual foundations required to lead the local church and fulfill the Great Commission.
The View
The View is the signature dining experience at Highlands College. Through chef-crafted meals in an elevated restaurant setting, students develop professionalism, interpersonal communication, and dining etiquette.
Preparing Leaders Around the Table
Whether meeting with ministry leaders, church members, business professionals, or community partners, shared meals create opportunities to build relationships, extend hospitality, and lead confidently.
Twice each week, students experience this fine-dining environment, where every meal is an opportunity to prepare for the conversations and relationships that accompany a lifetime of ministry.
An Elevated Dining Experience
Under the culinary direction of James Beard Award-nominated Chef David Bancroft, The View offers a fine-dining experience rarely found on a college campus. Chef-crafted menus, thoughtfully sourced ingredients, and exceptional hospitality create an environment where students experience excellence at every table.
Meet the Culinary Team
Executive Chef Consultant
Chef David Bancroft
- Owner and chef of Acre and Bow & Arrow in Auburn, Alabama
- Multiple James Beard Award nominee and semifinalist
- Winner of Food Network’s 2017 Iron Chef Showdown
- Provides culinary direction for The View
Executive Director of Campus Operations
Doug Hustad
- More than 35 years of luxury hospitality leadership
- Executive leadership experience with The Ritz-Carlton, The Biltmore, The Peabody, and Omni Hotels & Resorts
- Oversees campus dining and retail
Director of Campus Dining & Retail
Stephen Pierce
- More than 20 years of restaurant, hospitality, and retail experience
- Apprenticed for eight years under Chef David Bancroft
- Opened and managed Acre and Bow & Arrow restaurants
- 2014 AHRA Restaurant Manager of the Year
The View Restaurant Manager
Tim Patti
- More than 10 years of restaurant operations experience
- MBA in Executive Leadership, Liberty University
Executive Pastry Chef
Brittney Cheatham
- More than 15 years of pastry experience
- Former pastry chef for James Beard Award-winning Chef Frank Stitt at Highlands Bar & Grill, Bottega, and Chez Fonfon
- Former pastry chef at The Club
- Apprenticed under Dolester Miles, recipient of the 2018 James Beard Award for Outstanding Pastry Chef
Etiquette Consultant
Maralee McKee
- More than 25 years of etiquette instruction
- Founder and owner of The Etiquette School of America
- Author of Manners That Matter for Moms
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