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Restaurant Manager

Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants
Charles, IL Intern
POSTED ON 11/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/3/2026
Compensation range for this role is $55,000-$65,000/year 10% bonus potential.

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.

A Restaurant Manager at Cooper’s Hawk helps manage the complexities of running a high-volume, scratch kitchen, full-service restaurant, complete with a retail market, tasting room and Wine Club program. You’ll do more than just manage a shift — you’ll grow and inspire a team, deliver uncompromising hospitality to our guests and help grow a vibrant wine club community. By adhering to high standards and adding a touch of color, you’ll turn moments into lasting memories.

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 Insurance plus Telemedicine and Wellness Program
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Supplemental Health Coverage (Voluntary Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Critical Illness)
  • 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
  • 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
  • Team Member Rewards, Tenure Recognition and Referral Bonuses
  • 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

How You Will Succeed

People Developer: Centered on growth, mentorship and creating career pathways for all.

  • Foster a growth mindset by creating opportunities for learning, development, and career progression in your oversight of 1-2 Front of House Departments
  • Lead all Management and Hourly Team Members as a role model of Cooper's Hawk Values and behaviors
  • Hire, train, and schedule hourly Team Members, supporting them with the tools and training they need to succeed
  • Coach and develop Team Members to ensure smooth shift execution
  • Communicate with clarity, actively listen, and build strong relationships across the team
  • Lead with self-awareness by modeling accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement

Master Operator: Focused on efficiency, execution, and process excellence.

  • Demonstrate discipline to ensure policies and operating systems are followed
  • Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment
  • Show accountability in your efforts to solve problems and improve operations
  • Use tools like POS systems, scheduling and inventory software, and Microsoft Office to stay organized
  • Conduct weekly inventory and manage department-level financial performance
  • Adapt quickly to changing business needs while maintaining operational excellence
  • Drive disciplined execution through planning, prioritization, and follow-through

Community Cultivator: Emphasizes connections, team member and guest experience, and brand advocacy.

  • Foster collaboration across restaurant teams and lead with open, respectful communication
  • Lead department and Community meetings
  • Partner with the General Manager and management team to drive operational excellence
  • Represent Cooper’s Hawk values and create a respectful, inclusive work culture
  • Provide personalized service that makes every guest special through Uncompromising Hospitality
  • Champion the Wine Club by inspiring enthusiasm and ensuring Members feel valued
  • Empower your team to create special experiences that keep guests coming back
  • Lead change with confidence, helping the team adapt while maintaining focus and performance
  • Model professionalism and passion for culinary excellence while celebrating team successes

What You Will Bring

  • Must represent Cooper’s Hawk values
  • 1-2 years of supervisory experience in a full-service restaurant. Scratch kitchen experience preferred.
  • Minimum age requirement of 21 years
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent communication and relationship building skills with a passion for delivering Uncompromising Hospitality and developing high-performing teams
  • Is results-driven; able to coach team to hit restaurant targets (i.e. Wine Club Community growth) with a strong business acumen and financial decision-making skills
  • Adaptability and the ability to lead teams through change.
  • 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 work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends and some holidays
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
  • Must be able to stand for at least 10 hours per shift
  • Must have the ability to work 50-60 hours per week

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.

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000

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