Assistant Executive Kitchen Manager

As an Assistant Executive Kitchen Manager at Cooper’s Hawk, you’ll help lead a high-volume, scratch kitchen where culinary creativity meets operational excellence. You’ll partner closely with the Executive Kitchen Manager to ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, and safety while coaching and inspiring your team. With a focus on leadership, training, and execution, you’ll help deliver an outstanding guest experience and support the growth of our culinary team.

What You Will Get

50 percent Dining and Carryout Discount; 40 percent Retail Wine Discount; 20 percent Discount on Retail and Private Events
Monthly Complimentary Wine Tasting for Two
Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision and Telehealth plus Wellness Discount
401(k) with Company Match
Health & Flexible Savings Accounts- Health and Dependent Care
Long-Term Disability; Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (with option to purchase additional coverage)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Access to Team Member Relief Program
Wellness and Mental Health Support
“Everyday Benefits” Program to include insurance coverage (pet, life, auto, home/property) and employee discounts on goods and services
Team Member Rewards, Milestone Recognition and Referral Bonuses
Career Development Opportunities

How You Will Succeed

Show Up Ready: Come prepared, stay sharp, and start strong.

Direct kitchen operations, including Kitchen Managers and Team Members across dish, prep, and line stations
Review schedules and manage assigned operating systems
Use tools like POS systems, scheduling software, ordering/inventory systems, and Microsoft Office to stay organized
Conduct line checks, create prep lists, and oversee supply ordering and inventory
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment and uphold food safety standards
Lead kitchen training, food execution, new menu roll-outs and system initiatives

Own What You See: Take responsibility, jump in, and do what needs to be done.

Participate in hourly kitchen Team Member hiring
Conduct side-by-sides with Team Members to support development and performance
Be accountable for food preparation knowledge and quality standards
Assist with weekly inventory procedures and maximize financial results

Stay in Sync: Communicate often, move with your team, and keep service flowing.

Ensure strong communication and collaboration between kitchen and front-of-house operations to ensure smooth operations
Lead Community meetings and coach Managers to align on goals and execution
Partner with the Executive Kitchen Manager and General Manager to drive results
Execute private events, including monthly themed Wine Club dinner

Make It Personal: Be genuine, listen well, and tailor the experience.

Represent Cooper’s Hawk values and create a respectful, positive, and professional kitchen culture
Develop and retain Kitchen Managers and Team Members through coaching and mentorship
Add a Touch: Go beyond the expected to create memorable moments.
Lead by example and inspire pride in culinary standards, excellence and execution
Celebrate team wins and milestones

What You Will Bring

2-3 years of management experience in a full-service restaurant environment. Scratch kitchen experience preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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

Cooper’s Hawk reviews several factors when establishing compensation. Salaries and hourly wages appearing in a job posting may be published by third parties and may not reflect the salaries or hourly wages offered by Cooper’s Hawk.

Cooper’s Hawk is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to the person’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Cooper’s Hawk makes reasonable accommodations during all aspects of the employment process, including during the interview process.

The information provided above indicates the general nature and level of work required of the position and is not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities or qualifications. The Benefits list is only a highlight of some of the benefits offered to team members; eligibility for certain benefits apply.

About Us

Cooper's Hawk features a Napa-style tasting room with wine-inspired retail for entertaining and a full-service restaurant, bar and private event space, offering a modern-yet-casual dining experience. Each scratch-kitchen menu item is designed to pair with our wines. Speaking of wine...the Cooper's Hawk Wine Club is perhaps the largest in the world, offering not only top-notch award-winning wines but also exclusive Wine Club membership benefits, including curated dining and travel experiences. Since 2005, we've brought the Napa Valley experience to our guests and Wine Club members, and now, with Piccolo Buco by Cooper’s Hawk, we’re bringing the vibrant flavors of Rome to them as well. Together, we’re creating a lifestyle brand like no other.