Kitchen Manager

Cooper's Hawk Winery; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading winery and restaurant as a Kitchen Manager, overseeing culinary operations in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with the Executive Kitchen Manager to ensure high-quality food and exceptional guest experiences while managing a dedicated team. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and generous dining discounts.

Benefits

Monthly Dining Allowance

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Referral Bonuses

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of supervisory experience in a high-volume, scratch kitchen environment.
• Availability to work 50-60 hours weekly, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 1-2 departments and manage policies.
• Participate in hiring, training, and coaching team members.
• Maintain food safety standards and uphold a professional image.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

ServSafe Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS Systems

Job description

As a Kitchen Manager, you will help lead our fast-paced, high-volume, scratch kitchen, driving the culinary execution of our inspired menu paired with Cooper’s Hawk wines. You will collaborate closely with the Executive Kitchen Manager to ensure operational excellence and team growth, while coaching staff to deliver high-quality food and a first-class guest experience.

What You’ll Get

• Incredible Discounts:
  • Monthly Dining Allowance including 50% dining and carryout, 40% retail wine, 20% retail and private events, and monthly wine tastings for two.
  • Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine.
  • Retirement plans, paid time off, and various employee assistance programs.
  • Additional benefits such as employee discounts, referral bonuses, recognition programs, and career development opportunities.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee 1-2 departments, manage policies, and ensure collaboration between kitchen and front of house.
• Participate in hiring, training, and coaching team members, ensuring standards are met.
• Lead department meetings, help execute new menus and initiatives, and assist with inventory and financial results.
• Operate computer systems including POS, scheduling, inventory software, and Microsoft Office.
• Maintain food safety standards and uphold a professional image.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• 1-2 years of supervisory experience in a high-volume, scratch kitchen environment; full-service restaurant experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Certifications such as ServSafe preferred; ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long hours.
• Availability to work 50-60 hours weekly, including weekends and holidays.

Cooper’s Hawk reviews compensation factors regularly. Salaries and wages listed may vary and are not guaranteed.

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide reasonable accommodations throughout the employment process.

The above outlines the general responsibilities and benefits; not all are exhaustive.

About Us

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants aims to bring the Napa Valley experience nationwide, combining elegant tasting rooms with polished casual dining and award-winning wines. We believe in the power of food and wine to forge community and democratize the good life!