Lead Kitchen Manager: Scratch Kitchen & Wine Pairings

Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discount

Wine discount

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Flexible wellness program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurants is seeking a proactive Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced, high-volume scratch kitchen. You’ll partner with the Executive Kitchen Manager to deliver exceptional hospitality while coaching team members to ensure top food quality and a memorable guest experience.

You will oversee dish, prep, and line operations, implement new menu initiatives, and collaborate with front-of-house to maintain smooth service. Strong leadership and food-safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years in supervisory role in a high-volume kitchen.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for 10+ hours per shift.
• Proficient with Windows/Microsoft Office; ServSafe preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 1–2 kitchen departments (dish, prep, and/or line).
• Maintain professional image and uphold culinary and safety standards.
• Assist with weekly inventory and labor management.

Skills

Supervisory experience

High-volume kitchen

English communication

Financial acumen

Microsoft Office

ServSafe certification

Education

ServSafe certification

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling software

Inventory systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurants is seeking a proactive Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced, high-volume scratch kitchen. You’ll partner with the Executive Kitchen Manager to deliver exceptional hospitality while coaching team members to ensure top food quality and a memorable guest experience.

You will oversee dish, prep, and line operations, implement new menu initiatives, and collaborate with front-of-house to maintain smooth service. Strong leadership and food-safety focus are essential.