What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Cook position at Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants?
At Cooper’s Hawk, our Line Cooks do more than follow recipes. They craft unforgettable experiences, one plate at a time. With precision, urgency, and pride, you will help turn our high standards into something truly special for every guest. This is where culinary skill meets connection, and where every dish has the potential to create a lasting memory.
What You Will Get
Show Up Ready: Come prepared, stay sharp, and start strong.
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.
What You Will Get
- 50 percent Dining and Carryout Discount; 40 percent Retail Wine Discount; 20 percent Discount on Retail and Private Events
- Monthly Wine Tastings for Two
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Telehealth
- 401k with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Flexible Schedules
- Early Pay Access
- Wellness and Mental Health Support
- Wine and Culinary Education
- Career Growth Flight Plan
- Team Member Rewards, Milestone Recognition, and Referral Bonuses
Show Up Ready: Come prepared, stay sharp, and start strong.
- Set up your station for success and keep it running smoothly through every shift
- Follow recipes, control portions, and nail presentation every time
- Properly use the KDS system to manage cook times, while preparing and multitasking several dishes at a time.
- Keep your area clean, stocked, and safe
- Stay sharp and step in where needed to support the kitchen
- Communicate clearly with teammates and managers
- Work as one team to time dishes and keep the line flowing
- Take pride in every plate because it reflects your craft
- Cook with care, even if you never meet the guest
- Handle the little things that make a big impact, from clean equipment to an organized walk in
- Six months or more of line cook experience in upscale casual restaurants or similar
- Strong knife skills and basic cooking knowledge
- Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work in a fast-paced kitchen
- Team first attitude and passion for high quality food
- Able to stand and move for long periods, lift 50 pounds, and work weekends or holidays
- Ability to read, understand and communicate in English
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.