Line Cook — Upscale Dining, Growth & Perks

The Press Club Grill; Kildeer (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% Dining Discount

40% Retail Wine Discount

Monthly Wine Tasting for Two

Health/Medical Insurance & Wellness

Job summary

Cooper’s Hawk is hiring a Line Cook in Illinois to join our kitchen team and uphold Cooper’s Hawk quality standards. The role involves preparing recipes across pantry, fry, grill, broil, and sauté stations, while maintaining accuracy and portion control.

You will work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong emphasis on safety, sanitation, and teamwork. Apply today to be part of a renowned dining experience that emphasizes growth, education, and employee benefits.

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.
• Thrives in a team-based environment.
• Basic knife skills with cut-glove experience.
• 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 in wet floors, temperature extremes, and loud noise.
• Must be able to read, write and understand English.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Use the KDS system to manage cook times while multitasking several dishes.
• Restock all items as needed throughout the shift.
• Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas.
• Maintain kitchen equipment in “like new” condition.
• Clean and maintain station using safety and sanitation practices.
• Maintain professional relationships with Managers and Team Members.
• Follow checklists and SOPs to prep work areas for opening, mid-shift or closing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Line cook experience

Multitasking

English literacy

Team player

Knife skills

Job description

Cooper’s Hawk is hiring a Line Cook in Illinois to join our kitchen team and uphold Cooper’s Hawk quality standards. The role involves preparing recipes across pantry, fry, grill, broil, and sauté stations, while maintaining accuracy and portion control.

You will work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong emphasis on safety, sanitation, and teamwork. Apply today to be part of a renowned dining experience that emphasizes growth, education, and employee benefits.