Assistant Executive Kitchen Manager: Lead Kitchen & Team

Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discount

Wine discount

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Life Insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Employee discounts on goods/services

Job summary

Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants is seeking an Assistant Executive Kitchen Manager to lead a high-volume scratch kitchen and partner with the Executive Kitchen Manager. You will drive food quality, safety and execution while mentoring a culinary team, delivering an exceptional guest experience, and supporting team growth.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, and operational excellence in a dynamic environment with competitive compensation and bonus potential.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of management experience in a full-service restaurant; scratch kitchen preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; English required.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and stand 10+ hours per shift; flexible with weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Direct kitchen operations across dish, prep, and line stations with Kitchen Managers and Team Members.
• Review schedules, manage operating systems, and use POS and inventory tools.
• Maintain safety and food quality standards; lead training and new menu rollouts.
• Oversee weekly inventory, control costs, and ensure collaboration with front of house.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Operations management

Food safety

English proficiency

Education

ServSafe certification

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Inventory software

Job description

Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants is seeking an Assistant Executive Kitchen Manager to lead a high-volume scratch kitchen and partner with the Executive Kitchen Manager. You will drive food quality, safety and execution while mentoring a culinary team, delivering an exceptional guest experience, and supporting team growth.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, and operational excellence in a dynamic environment with competitive compensation and bonus potential.