Kitchen Manager/Head Chef

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 Paid time off Application Question(s): Banquet Experience? Experience: Management: 2 years (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Work Location: In person