Head Kitchen Leader: High-Volume, Wine-Paired Menu

Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discount

Wine discount

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) match

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Team member relief program

Mental health support

Career development

Job summary

Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurants in Orlando seeks a Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced, high-volume scratch kitchen, driving culinary execution and exceptional hospitality. You will partner closely with the Executive Kitchen Manager to mentor Team Members and uphold high food quality for memorable guest experiences.

You will oversee 1–2 kitchen departments, hire/train staff, ensure food safety, manage inventory and labor, and contribute to menu rollouts and private events.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of supervisory experience in a high-volume kitchen environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Minimum age 21 and ability to read, understand, and communicate in English.
• Demonstrates financial acumen and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Preferred ServSafe certification and state/local licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 1–2 kitchen departments including dish, prep, and/or line.
• Hire, train, and develop hourly kitchen Team Members on standards.
• Uphold food safety, sanitation, and kitchen policies.
• Drive inventory, labor management, and financial results.
• Lead department meetings and coach Team Members; partner with EK Manager.
• Assist with private events, new menu rollouts, and kitchen initiatives.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Financial acumen

English proficiency

Education

ServSafe certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

POS systems

Scheduling software

Inventory systems

Job description

Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurants in Orlando seeks a Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced, high-volume scratch kitchen, driving culinary execution and exceptional hospitality. You will partner closely with the Executive Kitchen Manager to mentor Team Members and uphold high food quality for memorable guest experiences.

You will oversee 1–2 kitchen departments, hire/train staff, ensure food safety, manage inventory and labor, and contribute to menu rollouts and private events.