Kitchen Manager: Lead High-Volume Scratch Kitchen

Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining and Carryout Discount

Wine Discount

Monthly Complimentary Wine Tasting for

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants in Pleasant Prairie, WI is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced, high-volume scratch kitchen. You will drive culinary execution, pair menu items with Cooper's Hawk wines, and collaborate with the Executive Kitchen Manager to deliver hospitality while coaching team members.

The role requires 1–2 years of supervisory kitchen experience, strong communication, adaptability, and financial acumen. ServSafe certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of supervisory experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Scratch kitchen experience preferred.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 1-2 kitchen departments including dish, prep, and/or line.
• Execute new menu roll-outs, kitchen initiatives, and private events.
• Hire, train, and develop hourly kitchen team members.
• Mentor and develop team through coaching and feedback.
• Ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation policies.
• Partner with EK Manager and GM to achieve restaurant goals.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Financial acumen

Communication

Team leadership

Adaptability

Education

ServSafe certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants in Pleasant Prairie, WI is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced, high-volume scratch kitchen. You will drive culinary execution, pair menu items with Cooper's Hawk wines, and collaborate with the Executive Kitchen Manager to deliver hospitality while coaching team members.

The role requires 1–2 years of supervisory kitchen experience, strong communication, adaptability, and financial acumen. ServSafe certification is preferred.