Assistant General Manager - Wine Club & Guest Experience Lead

Cooper's Hawk Winery; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discount 50%

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Cooper’s Hawk Winery is seeking an Assistant General Manager to lead a high-volume, full-service restaurant that includes a scratch kitchen, tasting room, and Wine Club. You will partner with the General Manager to achieve restaurant goals and mentor management and hourly teams, delivering exceptional hospitality and growth opportunities.

The role offers a salary range of $70,000-$85,000 per year plus 10% bonus potential, with comprehensive benefits and a strong focus on developing a vibrant

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of supervisory experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Ability to coach and develop leaders through feedback and performance management.
• Must be able to work 50–60 hours per week, including weekends and some holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall restaurant operations including Service and Tasting Room.
• Hire and onboard hourly Team Members; provide training and tools for success.
• Develop and support Restaurant and Kitchen Managers through coaching.

Skills

Supervisory experience

English communication

Coaching leaders

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Cooper’s Hawk Winery is seeking an Assistant General Manager to lead a high-volume, full-service restaurant that includes a scratch kitchen, tasting room, and Wine Club. You will partner with the General Manager to achieve restaurant goals and mentor management and hourly teams, delivering exceptional hospitality and growth opportunities.

The role offers a salary range of $70,000-$85,000 per year plus 10% bonus potential, with comprehensive benefits and a strong focus on developing a vibrant