Line Cook - Hiring Immediately

Des Moines, IA, USA|

Job Overview

Benefits

Medical insurance

prescription insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

flexible spending accounts

health savings accounts

Employee Assistance Programs

Life benefits

Disability Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Pay Access Prior to Pay Day

Discounts on dining

Discounts on Carryout

Discounts on retail

Discounts on Wine

Paid Time Off

Car Rental Discounts

Job Description

Cooper's Hawk is a renowned upscale casual dining restaurant and winery known for its exceptional culinary offerings and warm, inviting atmosphere. The company has built a strong reputation for delivering memorable dining experiences through expertly crafted dishes paired with an extensive selection of handcrafted wines. Cooper's Hawk emphasizes quality, hospitality, and innovation, maintaining high standards across all restaurant locations. The establishment not only focuses on providing exceptional service to its guests but also fosters a supportive and growth-oriented work environment for its team members. This commitment to excellence and employee well-being has helped Cooper's Hawk grow into a respected name in the restaurant industry, with a dedicated team passionate about food, wine, and guest experience.

The Line Cook at Cooper's Hawk plays a crucial role in the daily operations of the kitchen and directly influences the quality of the dining experience for every guest. This position involves preparing and executing food items across multiple kitchen stations such as pantry, fry, grill, broil, and sauté. The role requires adherence to the company's quality standards by following recipes accurately, managing portion control, and ensuring the presentation of dishes meets brand specifications. The Line Cook must efficiently manage cook times using the Kitchen Display System (KDS) and multitask to handle several dishes simultaneously during service. Alongside food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen and storage areas is essential. The role demands strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with managers and team members, supporting a positive and efficient kitchen environment. Cooper's Hawk offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, flexible schedules, employee assistance programs, and exclusive discounts on dining and retail products. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about culinary arts, who thrive in a team setting and are committed to upholding high standards in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Job Requirements

Must represent Cooper's Hawk values
must be at least 18 years of age
a minimum of 6 months line cook experience in upscale casual dining or an equivalent service environment
basic knowledge of professional cooking and experience in knife skills while using a cut-glove
knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
ability to follow recipes and instructions
ability to communicate clearly with guests, managers and team members
ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
ability to stand and walk up to 10 hours per shift
ability to work within the following conditions: wet floors, temperature extremes, and loud noise
ability to exert fast-paced mobility for periods of up to 6 hours in length
ability to perform essential functions to Cooper's Hawk standards with reasonable accommodation
ability to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends and some holidays
must be able to read, write and understand English

Job Qualifications

Must represent Cooper's Hawk values
must be at least 18 years of age
a minimum of 6 months line cook experience in upscale casual dining or an equivalent service environment
an individual who thrives in a team-based environment
basic knowledge of professional cooking and experience in knife skills while using a cut-glove
knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
ability to follow recipes and instructions
ability to communicate clearly with guests, managers and team members
ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
ability to stand and walk up to 10 hours per shift
ability to work within the following conditions: wet floors, temperature extremes, and loud noise
ability to exert fast-paced mobility for periods of up to 6 hours in length
ability to perform essential functions to Cooper's Hawk standards with reasonable accommodation
ability to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends and some holidays
must be able to read, write and understand English

Job Duties

Maintain Cooper's Hawk quality standards by preparing assigned recipes to specification
follow recipes, manage portion control, and adhere to presentation specifications
set up station according to established specifications
properly use the KDS system to manage cook times, while preparing and multitasking several dishes at a time
restock all items as needed throughout the shift
assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas
maintain kitchen equipment in like new condition
clean and maintain station using necessary safety, sanitation, and organizational skills
maintain professional relationships and clear communications with all Managers and Team Members
follow departmental checklists and standard operating procedures to ensure work areas are prepared for opening, mid-shift or closing in accordance with company guidelines
perform other duties as assigned