General Manager

At LYFE Kitchen by Cooper’s Hawk, we create food that is incredibly craveable, supports wellness, and fits seamlessly into everyday life. Great food is not defined by a single ingredient or technique, rather by how everything comes together.

Through intentional choices, smart substitutions, innovative cooking methods, and modern technology, we believe you can live a life rooted in wellness and Love Your Food Everyday.

The result is chef-crafted meals that pack in the protein while keeping calories, carbs, fats, and sugar in check, so you can fuel your body without sacrificing the flavors you love.

It’s not just what you do, it’s how you do it. Just eat the food and you will discover that wellness does not mean sacrifice.

As General Manager, you’ll have the chance to oversee a multi-faceted high-volume fast casual restaurant, with a retail and packaged food component. As a LYFE Kitchen by Cooper’s Hawk leader, you’ll not only ensure exceptional operations, from the food we serve to the Guest and the service we provide, but you’ll also focus on showcasing how wellness and “craveability” can go hand in hand. You’ll provide team leadership and development so you can work together to achieve restaurant goals.

The compensation range for this position is $73,000-$83,000. The final offered salary will be based on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity.

What You’ll Get

• Incredible Discounts at All Cooper’s Hawks Brands
  • 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
• Annual Destination Conference for General Managers and Executive Kitchen Managers
• Career Development Opportunities

What You’ll Do

• Oversee all aspects of restaurant operations and will lead all Management and Hourly Team Members
• Adhere to policies and manage assigned operating systems
• Ensure collaboration between kitchen and front of house operations
• Represent company values and create a respectful, positive and professional work environment
• Manage people by:
  • Approve hourly team member hiring decisions
  • Ensure management team effectively directs work groups
  • Strategically navigate through challenges that occur in the restaurant
  • Mentor and develop the LYFE Kitchen team
• Take steps to ensure financial metrics are met to achieve results
• Focus on service & ensure execution of all food, service and facility standards
• Be responsible for achieving monthly sales and profits targets and analyzing/interpreting metrics
• 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
• Maintains a professional image by adhering to guidelines listed in the Team Member Handbook
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need

• Minimum 1-year experience as a General Manager or Executive Kitchen Manager in a fast casual or full-service restaurant or 2 years of experience as an Assistant General Manager or Assistant Kitchen Manager in a fast casual or full-service restaurant
• A minimum age requirement of 21 years
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Is results-driven; able to coach teams to hit restaurant targets (i.e. Wine Club Community growth)
• Ability to read, understand and communicate in English
• Demonstrates financial acumen
• Extensive food knowledge and standards (Executive Kitchen Manager level)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Preferred certifications include ServSafe and state/local licensing requirements
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 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  

LYFE Kitchen by 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.

LYFE Kitchen by 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. LYFE Kitchen by 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.