Kitchen Manager

About the role

The Kitchen Manager position at Cooper’s Hawk offers a competitive salary range of up to $79,000 annually, with an additional 10% bonus potential. This role is part of a fast-paced, high-volume, scratch kitchen environment where you will lead the culinary execution of the unique menu, which pairs perfectly with Cooper’s Hawk wines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 1-2 departments including dish, prep, and/or line
• Adhere to policies and manage assigned operating systems
• Ensure collaboration between kitchen and front of house operations
• Represent company values and create a respectful and cohesive work environment
• Manage people by participating in hourly kitchen team member hiring, training, and verifying adherence to dish and prep standards
• Be responsible for understanding and balancing labor needs
• Lead department meetings and coach team members
• Accountable for prep and line knowledge to maximize financial and operational results
• Help execute new menu and system roll-out and kitchen initiatives
• Aid in executing private events, including monthly themed Wine Club dinners
• Maximize financial and operational results and help with weekly inventory, as needed
• Effectively operate computer systems including a POS System, Online Team Member Scheduler, Inventory/Ordering software, and the Microsoft Office Suite
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment and uphold food safety standards
• Maintain a professional image by adhering to guidelines listed in the Team Member Handbook
• Effectively perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 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
• Demonstrates financial acumen
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS: 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 be able to work 50-60 hours per week
• Must be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends and some holidays

Benefits

• Incredible Discounts: Monthly Dining Allowance, 50% Dining and Carryout, 40% Retail Wine, 20% Retail and Private Events, Monthly Complimentary Wine Tasting for Two
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Telemedicine and Wellness Program
• Company Matching 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Savings Accounts - Health and Dependent Care, Health Savings Account
• Long-Term Disability; Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (with option to purchase additional coverage)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Highly Competitive Pay plus Team Member Incentives & Rewards
• Paid Time Off
• Access to Team Member Relief Program
• Employee Assistance Program, providing mental health, legal and financial counseling
• “Everyday Benefits” Program to include insurance coverage (pet, life, auto, home/property) and employee discounts on goods and services
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Milestones Recognition Program
• Luxury Car Incentive for Team Member Development for General Managers and Executive Kitchen Managers
• Annual Destination Conference for General Managers and Executive Kitchen Managers
• Career Development Opportunities