Line Cook - Hiring Immediately

Grand Rapids, MI, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Benefits

Medical insurance

prescription insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

flexible spending accounts

health savings accounts

Employee Assistance Programs

Life insurance

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 premier upscale casual dining restaurant and winery that has built a reputation for providing exceptional food, wine, and hospitality to its guests. With a focus on quality, innovation, and guest satisfaction, Cooper's Hawk combines the best culinary techniques with a unique winery concept that offers an inviting and memorable dining experience. The company prides itself on nurturing a workplace environment that values teamwork, professional growth, and employee well-being, supporting each team member with comprehensive benefits and career advancement opportunities.

The role of a Line Cook at Cooper's Hawk is pivotal to maintaining the high standards of food quality and guest experience that the company is known for. This position involves working in a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen environment where attention to detail, efficiency, and teamwork are essential. The Line Cook is responsible for the daily preparation and execution of various food items across stations, including pantry, fry, grill, broil, and sauté. The position requires following established recipes, managing portion control, handling multiple orders simultaneously using the Kitchen Display System (KDS), and ensuring that all dishes meet the restaurant's specifications for taste and presentation.

Beyond the operational aspect, the Line Cook plays an integral role in upholding sanitation and safety standards by maintaining cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas. Cooper's Hawk values professional communication and collaboration, so the Line Cook must effectively communicate with managers and team members to deliver a seamless dining experience. The company offers competitive pay, a range of bonuses, flexible schedules, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance, along with wellness programs and 401(k) retirement plans. This role is ideal for culinary enthusiasts who are passionate about cooking, thrive in team environments, and seek opportunities for career growth in the restaurant industry.

Job Requirements

Must represent Cooper's Hawk values
must be at least 18 years of age
minimum of 6 months line cook experience in upscale casual dining or equivalent
ability to thrive in a team environment
basic knowledge of professional cooking and knife skills using a cut-glove
knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
ability to follow recipes and instructions
clear communication skills for 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 in conditions of wet floors, temperature extremes and loud noise
ability to exert fast-paced mobility for up to 6 hours
ability to perform essential functions with reasonable accommodation
availability for flexible shifts including weekends and some holidays
ability 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 conditions of 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