Line Cook - Hiring Immediately

Cooper's Hawk is a distinguished dining establishment widely recognized for its Napa-style tasting room that seamlessly blends wine-inspired retail with an inviting full-service restaurant, bar, and private event space. It offers a sophisticated yet casual dining experience that emphasizes scratch-kitchen menu items meticulously crafted to pair perfectly with their award-winning wines. Founded in 2005, Cooper's Hawk has cultivated a unique lifestyle brand by combining exceptional culinary artistry with an exclusive Wine Club, reputed to be among the largest in the world. This membership provides not only access to premium wines but also curated dining events and travel experiences designed to enrich the palate and bring guests closer to the Napa Valley lifestyle. With the expansion to include Piccolo Buco by Cooper's Hawk, the brand extends its culinary influence by introducing the vibrant flavors of Rome to its offerings, further solidifying its reputation as an innovator in the hospitality industry.

As a Line Cook at Cooper's Hawk, you will be at the heart of crafting memorable dining experiences rather than just following recipes. The role demands a high level of precision, urgency, and pride to meet the establishment's elevated standards. You will manage your station independently, ensuring that every plate leaving the kitchen is a reflection of authenticity and culinary expertise. Your responsibilities will include setting up and maintaining a clean, organized workspace, strictly adhering to recipes and presentation guidelines, and efficiently managing multiple dishes simultaneously using the kitchen display system (KDS).

Working as part of a cohesive team is vital; clear communication and seamless coordination with your colleagues and managers ensure that service runs smoothly and guest expectations are consistently exceeded. Beyond technical skills, the role encourages a sense of ownership, proactivity, and attention to detail to handle the small but impactful tasks that contribute to an outstanding kitchen environment. This position also embodies a passion for quality, food craftsmanship, and guest satisfaction, regardless of direct interaction with patrons.

Cooper's Hawk provides a supportive, growth-oriented workplace with numerous benefits designed to enhance the work-life balance and professional development of its team members. These include significant discounts on dining and retail purchases, monthly wine tastings for two, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and telehealth coverage, a 401k plan with company match, paid time off, flexible scheduling, and early pay access. Additionally, wellness and mental health support, wine and culinary education, career growth flight plans, and recognition and referral rewards are offered to encourage ongoing growth and engagement.

This role requires individuals who are at least 18 years of age, possess at least six months of experience as a line cook in an upscale casual dining environment, and have strong knife skills alongside basic cooking knowledge. Physical stamina is also essential, as the role demands prolonged periods of standing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and the flexibility to work weekends and holidays. The ability to communicate effectively in English is required to maintain the standards of teamwork and kitchen efficiency.

Cooper's Hawk is committed to equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process, valuing diversity and inclusion within its workforce. By joining Cooper's Hawk as a Line Cook, you will become part of a team dedicated to excellence, where culinary skill meets personal connection to create truly unforgettable experiences for every guest.