Kitchen Manager

Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining and carryout discount

Wine tasting for two monthly

Medical, dental, vision and telehealth

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Team member relief program

Wellness and mental health support

Job summary

Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurants in Cary, NC seeks a Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced scratch kitchen, driving culinary execution and pairing with Cooper’s Hawk wines. You will partner with the Executive Kitchen Manager to deliver hospitality while coaching team members to ensure high food quality and guest experience.

You will oversee 1–2 kitchen departments, hire and train staff, ensure food safety, manage inventory, and support new menu roll-outs and private events.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of supervisory experience in a high-volume kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 1–2 kitchen departments including dish, prep, and/or line.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Verbal and written communication

English communication

Financial acumen

MS Office

POS systems

Education

ServSafe certification (preferred)

Tools

Scheduling software

Inventory systems

Job description

As Kitchen Manager, you will help lead the way in our fast-paced, high-volume, scratch kitchen, driving the culinary execution of our uniquely inspired menu with items thoughtfully paired with our Cooper’s Hawk wines. You will partner closely with the Executive Kitchen Manager to deliver uncompromising hospitality, while coaching and inspiring our Team Members to ensure high food quality and a memorable guest experience.

What You Will Get

• 50 percent Dining and Carryout Discount; 40 percent Retail Wine Discount; 20 percent Discount on Retail and Private Events
• Monthly Complimentary Wine Tasting for Two
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision and Telehealth plus Wellness Discount
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Health & Flexible Savings Accounts- Health and Dependent Care
• Long-Term Disability; Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (with option to purchase additional coverage)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Access to Team Member Relief Program
• Wellness and Mental Health Support
• “Everyday Benefits” Program to include insurance coverage (pet, life, auto, home/property) and employee discounts on goods and services
• Team Member Rewards, Milestone Recognition and Referral Bonuses
• Career Development Opportunities

How You Will Succeed

Show Up Ready: Come prepared, stay sharp and start strong.

• Oversee 1–2 kitchen departments including dish, prep, and/or line
• Maintain a professional image and uphold Cooper’s Hawk culinary and safety standards
• Use tools like POS systems, scheduling software, ordering/inventory systems, and Microsoft Office to stay organized
• Help execute new menu roll-outs, kitchen initiatives, and private events, including monthly Wine Club dinners

Own What You See

Take responsibility, jump in, and do what needs to be done.

• Help hire, train, and develop hourly kitchen Team Members on kitchen standards
• Ensure adherence to food safety, sanitation, and kitchen policies
• Be accountable for prep and line knowledge to drive financial and operational results
• Assist with weekly inventory and labor management

Stay in Sync

Communicate often, move with your team, and keep service flowing.

• Foster strong collaboration between kitchen and front-of-house teams
• Lead department meetings and coach Team Members
• Partner with the Executive Kitchen Manager and General Manager to achieve restaurant goals
• Assist in executing private events, including monthly themed Wine Club dinners

Make It Personal

Be genuine, listen well, and tailor the experience.

• Represent Cooper’s Hawk values and create a respectful, inclusive kitchen culture
• Support your team with the tools and training they need to succeed
• Ensure every dish meets our high standards and enhances the guest experience

Add a Touch

Go beyond the expected to create memorable moments.

• Empower your team to take pride in their work and deliver exceptional food
• Celebrate wins, big and small, with your team
• Contribute to a kitchen environment that inspires excellence

What You Will Bring

• 1-2 years of supervisory experience in high volume kitchen in a full-service restaurant environment. Scratch kitchen experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read, understand and communicate in English
• Demonstrates financial acumen
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Preferred certifications include ServSafe and state/local licensing requirements
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for at least 10 hours per shift
• Must have the ability to work 50-60 hours per week
• Must be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends and some holidays

Cooper’s Hawk reviews several factors when establishing compensation. Salaries and hourly wages appearing in a job posting may be published by third parties and may not reflect the salaries or hourly wages offered by Cooper’s Hawk.

Cooper’s Hawk is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to the person’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Cooper’s Hawk makes reasonable accommodations during all aspects of the employment process, including during the interview process.

The information provided above indicates the general nature and level of work required of the position and is not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities or qualifications. The Benefits list is only a highlight of some of the benefits offered to team members; eligibility for certain benefits apply.

About Us

Cooper's Hawk features a Napa-style tasting room with wine-inspired retail for entertaining and a full-service restaurant, bar and private event space, offering a modern-yet-casual dining experience. Each scratch-kitchen menu item is designed to pair with our wines. Speaking of wine...the Cooper's Hawk Wine Club is perhaps the largest in the world, offering not only top-notch award-winning wines but also exclusive Wine Club membership benefits, including curated dining and travel experiences. Since 2005, we've brought the Napa Valley experience to our guests and Wine Club members, and now, with Piccolo Buco by Cooper’s Hawk, we’re bringing the vibrant flavors of Rome to them as well. Together, we’re creating a lifestyle brand like no other.