Line Cook: Craft Memorable Plates in a Fast-Paced Kitchen

Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining and carryout discount

Monthly wine tastings for two

Medical, dental, vision, 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

Job summary

Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurants is seeking a line cook who can set up and run a busy station. You will follow recipes with precision and pride, handling multiple dishes while using the KDS system. The position supports growth in a high-standard, collaborative kitchen environment.

Required: at least 18 years old, 6+ months line cook experience in upscale casual settings, strong knife skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced kitchen. Weekend/holiday availability is expected.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Communicate clearly with teammates and managers to time dishes and keep the line flowing.
• Take pride in every plate and cook with care.

Skills

Knife skills

Multitasking

Team player

English communication

Physical stamina

Job description

Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurants is seeking a line cook who can set up and run a busy station. You will follow recipes with precision and pride, handling multiple dishes while using the KDS system. The position supports growth in a high-standard, collaborative kitchen environment.

Required: at least 18 years old, 6+ months line cook experience in upscale casual settings, strong knife skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced kitchen. Weekend/holiday availability is expected.