Kitchen Manager
Coyote Creek Bar & Grill – Fort Wayne, IN
Full-Time | Competitive Salary | Benefits Available
About Us
Coyote Creek Bar & Grill is the restaurant and banquet facility at Coyote Creek Golf Club in Fort Wayne. We serve our golf members and the public with a full-service restaurant, bar, banquet events, golf outings, and special events throughout the year. We're looking for a strong, organized Kitchen Manager who leads by example and enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Position Summary
The Kitchen Manager is responsible for the daily operation of the kitchen, ensuring excellent food quality, consistency, cleanliness, and efficiency while building a positive team culture. This is a working management position—you'll spend time on the line, coach employees, and make sure every guest receives a great dining experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise all back-of-house operations
- Hire, train, coach, and develop kitchen staff
- Schedule employees to meet business needs while controlling labor costs
- Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control
- Manage food ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships
- Control food cost, waste, and kitchen supplies
- Ensure compliance with all health department, sanitation, and food safety regulations
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen
- Work closely with front-of-house managers to ensure smooth service
- Develop daily specials and seasonal menu ideas
- Assist with banquet, golf outing, and special event planning and execution
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate repairs when needed
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and professionalism
Qualifications
- 3+ years of kitchen leadership experience
- Experience managing high-volume restaurant or banquet kitchens preferred
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Knowledge of food costing and inventory management
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain)
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who:
- Leads with integrity and earns the respect of the team
- Takes pride in serving quality food consistently
- Enjoys teaching and developing employees
- Has a strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Is dependable, organized, and accountable
- Can balance quality, speed, and cost without sacrificing guest satisfaction
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Paid vacation
- Limited Golf privileges
- Supportive and Involved ownership and management team
- Opportunity to help shape menus and kitchen operations
Why Join Coyote Creek?
We're a locally owned golf club with a loyal membership, growing public business, and a reputation for quality food and service. We value people who take ownership, work as a team, and want to build something they're proud of.
If you're ready to lead a kitchen that values quality, teamwork, and professionalism, we'd love to meet you.
Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
Experience:
- Management: 2 years (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
