Service Assistant

Cooper's Hawk Winery; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% Dining Discount

40% Retail Wine Discount

Monthly Complimentary Wine Tasting for

Health Insurance & Wellness Program

Company 401(k) Match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Cooper’s Hawk Winery is hiring hospitality team members to deliver guest-focused service at our winery and restaurant. You’ll support dining operations, handle briefings, and help keep stations stocked and guest-ready throughout busy shifts.

We value energy, a positive attitude, and the ability to multitask in a dynamic restaurant setting, with open availability including weekends and holidays. Competitive pay and employee benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Energy and positivity with a love for hospitality.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable lifting up to 40 pounds and standing for extended periods.
• Open availability including weekends and holidays.
• Team mindset and willingness to communicate clearly.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Keep dining room and work areas clean, organized and guest ready.
• Restock and reset tables quickly to welcome guests without delay.
• Stay synced by communicating with servers, runners and managers to maintain smooth service.
• Help with food running and carryout orders to support the team as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Hospitality

Multitasking

Communication

English literacy

Physical stamina

Weekend/holiday availability

Job description

What You’ll Get

• Incredible Discounts:
  • 50% Dining and Carryout
  • 40% Retail Wine
  • 20% Retail and Private Events
  • Monthly Complimentary Wine Tasting for Two
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Telemedicine and Wellness Program
• Company Matching 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts- Health and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Account
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Highly Competitive Pay plus Team Member Incentives & Rewards
• Pay Access before Pay Day
• Flexible Schedules
• Paid Time Off
• Access to Team Member Relief Program
• Employee Assistance Program, providing mental health, legal and financial counseling.
• “Everyday Benefits” Program to include insurance coverage (pet, life, auto, home/property) and employee discounts on goods and services
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Wine and Culinary Education
• Career GrowthFlight Plan
• Team Member Rewards, Tenure Recognition and Referral Bonuses

How You Will Succeed

Show Up Ready: Come Prepared, stay sharp, and start strong.

• Start every shift with a positive attitude and prepare your station using company checklists
• Stay stocked on tableware dishes and supplies to keep the service flowing
• Follow departmental checklists and standard operating procedures to ensure work areas are prepared for opening, mid-shift, or closing.

Own What You See

Own What You See: Take Responsibility, jump in, and do what needs to be done.

• Keep the dining room and work areas clean organized and guest ready
• Restock and reset tables quickly so guests are welcomed without delay

Stay in Sync

Stay in Sync: Communicate often, move with your team, and keep service flowing.

• Communicate with servers, food runners and managers to keep service running seamlessly
• Help with food running and carryout orders to support the team whenever needed

Make It Personal

Make It Personal: Be genuine, listen well, and tailor each experience.

Add a Touch: Go beyond the expected to create memorable moments.

What You Will Bring

• At least 18 years of age
• Energy and positivity with a love for hospitality
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable lifting up to 40 pounds and standing for extended periods
• Open availability including weekends and holidays
• A team mindset and willingness to communicate clearly
• Ability to read, write and understand English

Cooper’s Hawk reviews several factors when establishing compensation. Salaries and hourly wages appearing in a job posting may be published by third parties and may not reflect the salaries or hourly wages offered by Cooper’s Hawk.

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.