Line Cook: Craft Dishes & Memorable Moments

Cooper's Hawk Winery; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discount

Wine discount

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

401k match

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Early pay

Wellness resources

Wine education

Career growth

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Cooper’s Hawk Winery is seeking a Line Cook who brings precision, urgency, and pride to the kitchen. You will set up your station, follow recipes, and help deliver consistently plated dishes that enhance guest experiences.

This role offers a clear compensation range of $18.00–$23.00 per hour, schedules that fit, and benefits including health coverage, 401(k) with company match, and dining discounts. You must be at least 18 with 6 months of line cook experience in upscale casual settings.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 to keep service flowing.
• Work as one team to time dishes and keep the line flowing.
• Take pride in every plate and 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.

Skills

Line cook experience

Knife skills

Multitasking

English communication

Stamina to lift 50 lbs

Job description

Cooper’s Hawk Winery is seeking a Line Cook who brings precision, urgency, and pride to the kitchen. You will set up your station, follow recipes, and help deliver consistently plated dishes that enhance guest experiences.

This role offers a clear compensation range of $18.00–$23.00 per hour, schedules that fit, and benefits including health coverage, 401(k) with company match, and dining discounts. You must be at least 18 with 6 months of line cook experience in upscale casual settings.