Kitchen Manager - High-Volume Scratch Kitchen

Cooper's Hawk Winery; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discounts

Wine discounts

Medical insurance

Prescription coverage

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Discounts on events and goods

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Cooper’s Hawk in Colorado is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced, high-volume scratch kitchen, partnering with the Executive Kitchen Manager to deliver hospitality and culinary excellence while coaching hourly teammates. The role focuses on growth, mentorship, and career pathways for all.

You will oversee 1–2 kitchen stations, roll out new menus and events, hire and develop staff, manage food safety, inventory, and labor, and ensure every dish meets our standards for an unforgettable

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of supervisory experience in a high-volume kitchen environment.
• Passion for culinary excellence and guest experience.
• Ability to lead teams through change and maintain standards.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Must be 21+ and able to read/communicate in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; ServSafe or similar certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 1–2 kitchen departments (dish, prep, and/or line).
• Help execute new menu roll-outs, kitchen initiatives and private events.
• Hire, train, and develop hourly kitchen Team Members.
• Foster growth mindset and coach team through feedback and performance expectations.
• Communicate clearly, listen actively, and build strong cross-team relationships.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and adherence to policies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

English communication

Lift up to 50 lbs

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Scheduling software

Inventory systems

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

POS systems

Scheduling software

Inventory management systems

Job description

Cooper’s Hawk in Colorado is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced, high-volume scratch kitchen, partnering with the Executive Kitchen Manager to deliver hospitality and culinary excellence while coaching hourly teammates. The role focuses on growth, mentorship, and career pathways for all.

You will oversee 1–2 kitchen stations, roll out new menus and events, hire and develop staff, manage food safety, inventory, and labor, and ensure every dish meets our standards for an unforgettable