5 Restaurant Cook jobs in Mason

The Cooper's Hawk Line Cook is critical to the success of the company and plays an integral role in executing a positive experience for each restaurant Guest. The Line Cook is responsible for the daily preparation and execution of food items in the pantry, fry, grill, broil and sauté stations.

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 Savings Accounts- Health and Dependent Care
• 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 Growth Flight Plan
• Milestones Recognition Program

• 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
• Properly use the KDS system to manage cook times, while preparing and multitasking several dishes at a time.
• Restock all items as needed throughout the shift
• Assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas
• Maintain kitchen equipment in "like new" condition
• Clean and maintain station using necessary safety, sanitation, and organizational skills
• Maintain professional relationships and clear communications with all Managers and Team Members
• Follow departmental checklists and standard operating procedures to ensure work areas are prepared for opening, mid-shift or closing in accordance with company guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned

• 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
• An individual who thrives in a team-based environment
• Basic knowledge of professional cooking and experience in knife skills while using a cut-glove
• 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 within the following conditions: wet floors, temperature extremes, and loud noise
• Ability to exert fast-paced mobility for periods of up to 6 hours in length
• Ability to perform essential functions to Cooper's Hawk standards with reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends and some holidays
• Must be able to read, write and understand English

Working at Northstar Cafe is much more than just a job. It's the chance to become an important member of a close-knit team, responsible for shaping the experience at a most-loved restaurant. It's an opportunity to bring communities together and help them thrive. And it's a way to play a key part in the bigger picture, supporting food practices that elevate local growers and producers and keep the environment healthy.

It's also the best place to launch the rest of your working life. Here, you'll gain the practical skills that will make you an outstanding professional in any industry. You'll know how to maintain the highest standards and work in an environment of utmost integrity. And, you'll develop the collaboration, communication, and leadership skills that will serve you throughout your career.

If you're -

• excited about real, local, organic, and artisanal ingredients
• passionate about cooking from scratch and meticulous about quality
• open to learning and growing your skills
• looking forward to being valued as an integral member of a team

• thorough training in our production bakery and professional kitchen
• top-notch teammates who'll become close friends
• An efficient, productive, upbeat work environment

• Create delicious food alongside a high-energy team with a sincere desire to delight guests
• Use the finest ingredients, including foods from more than twenty Ohio producers
• Prepare a broad menu from scratch using classic and modern cooking techniques and a variety of tools and machinery
• Take pride in being part of the most loved restaurant in the neighborhood

• medical/dental/vision
• paid vacation
• healthy lifestyle reimbursement
• free meal with every shift (pretty much everyone's favorite benefit)
• endless opportunities to grow, challenge yourself, and have fun