Executive Kitchen Manager

Cooper's Hawk is a distinguished Napa-style dining establishment that combines a sophisticated tasting room with wine-inspired retail, a full-service restaurant, an inviting bar, and private event spaces to create a modern yet casual dining experience. Since its inception in 2005, Cooper's Hawk has been dedicated to offering an exceptional culinary journey by pairing carefully crafted scratch-kitchen dishes with their award-winning selection of wines. Their unique approach to dining is highlighted by the Cooper's Hawk Wine Club, which is one of the largest in the world and provides its members with exclusive benefits, including curated dining and travel experiences. In addition to its flagship locations, Cooper's Hawk has expanded its culinary offerings with Piccolo Buco by Cooper's Hawk, which brings the vibrant flavors of Rome to their guests, further enriching the brand's portfolio. The company prides itself on delivering not only outstanding food and wine but also unforgettable guest experiences by fostering a culture of excellence and uncompromising hospitality. Cooper's Hawk is committed to creating a welcoming environment for both guests and Team Members, emphasizing respect, professionalism, and the celebration of achievements within its team. This role, the Executive Kitchen Manager, is pivotal in continuing this tradition of excellence by leading a high-volume, fast-paced scratch kitchen team in executing a uniquely inspired menu thoughtfully paired with the company's distinguished wines.

As an Executive Kitchen Manager at Cooper's Hawk, you will take on a leadership role that blends culinary expertise with team management and operational execution. In this full-time position, you will be responsible for overseeing the kitchen's overall operation, ensuring food quality, consistency, safety, and top-tier service standards are maintained. You will act as a culinary leader and coach, inspiring your team to achieve excellence while fostering a respectful and positive kitchen culture. This role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving and an ability to manage multiple facets of kitchen operations, including staff hiring and training, inventory control, scheduling, and compliance with food safety regulations. The Executive Kitchen Manager will also collaborate closely with front-of-house teams and general management to achieve restaurant goals and create memorable dining experiences.

Compensation for this role ranges from $84,000 to $100,000 annually, with an additional 15 percent bonus potential. The final salary will consider the candidate's experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity. The position offers a wide array of benefits including significant dining, retail wine, and event discounts; access to health, dental, vision, and wellness programs; 401(k) with company match; life, disability, paid parental leave; and career development opportunities, among others. Candidates are expected to have 2-3 years of kitchen management experience in a full-service restaurant, preferably with scratch kitchen experience, excellent communication skills, financial acumen, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and relevant certifications like ServSafe. Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and endure long shifts, with a schedule often involving 50-60 hour work weeks including weekends and holidays. Cooper's Hawk is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion, providing reasonable accommodations throughout the employment process. Joining Cooper's Hawk as an Executive Kitchen Manager means being part of a dynamic team that values passion, excellence, and a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional food and hospitality.