Lead Kitchen Manager — High-Volume Scratch Kitchen

Cooper's Hawk Winery; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining and Carryout Discount

Retail Wine Discount

Discount on Retail and Private Events

Monthly Wine Tasting for Two

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

Telehealth and Wellness Discount

401(k) with Company Match

Health & Flexible Savings Accounts

Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Short-Term Disability

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Access to Team Member Relief Program

Wellness and Mental Health Support

Everyday Benefits Program

Team Member Rewards, Milestone Rewards

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

Cooper’s Hawk Winery in Missouri is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced, scratch kitchen and drive culinary execution of our wine-paired menu. You will partner with the Executive Kitchen Manager to deliver hospitality while coaching Team Members to ensure high food quality and a memorable guest experience.

This role supervises 1–2 kitchen departments, maintains safety standards, and supports new menu initiatives and private events, including monthly Wine Club dinners.

Qualifications

• 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
• A minimum age requirement of 21 years
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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
• Lead department meetings and coach Team Members

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

English proficiency

Financial acumen

Physical stamina

Education

ServSafe certification

State/local licensing requirements

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling software

Ordering/inventory systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cooper’s Hawk Winery in Missouri is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced, scratch kitchen and drive culinary execution of our wine-paired menu. You will partner with the Executive Kitchen Manager to deliver hospitality while coaching Team Members to ensure high food quality and a memorable guest experience.

This role supervises 1–2 kitchen departments, maintains safety standards, and supports new menu initiatives and private events, including monthly Wine Club dinners.