Line Cook

About the role

We're looking for experienced Line Cooks to join our team and help us open our third US restaurant in Boston, located at 15 Necco Street—a Platinum LEED-certified space in Fort Point. This new location will feature seating for 200+ guests, private dining and event spaces, a James Beard-recognized bar program, sweeping views of Fort Point Channel, and an outdoor terrace. As a Hawksmoor Line Cook, you play a key role in the smooth and successful operation of the restaurant, maintaining our food quality and standards while working closely with the culinary team to deliver exceptional dishes and service.

Responsibilities

• Competently run your kitchen station, with a basic understanding of all other sections.
• Demonstrate competent knife skills, including fish and meat preparation.
• Understand and consistently follow Hawksmoor recipes and plating standards.
• Show a basic knowledge of food products, quality, storage, and shelf life.
• Execute service for larger groups, including private dining and large parties.
• Deliver an excellent guest experience with genuine care and attention.
• Maintain a deep understanding of Hawksmoor beef, suppliers, and sourcing.
• Embody Hawksmoor values with a positive, proactive, and professional attitude.
• Seek out, welcome, and act on feedback from peers and managers.
• Support other team members during service and contribute to a collaborative environment.
• Adhere to allergy awareness, cleanliness, and food safety procedures.
• Complete required training and uphold hygiene standards.
• Follow opening and closing checklists accurately.
• Manage time effectively to support team priorities and operational needs.
• Maintain good product rotation and understand par levels for service.
• Recognize how errors impact guest experience and the wider business.
• Compile non-consumable orders for management as required.
• Follow stock rotation and storage procedures to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Use inclusive, respectful language and treat everyone with empathy and fairness.
• Be knowledgeable about Hawksmoor’s charity partners and sustainability goals.
• Actively participate in waste reduction, recycling initiatives, and B Corp values.

Requirements

• Experience as a Line Cook in a high-volume restaurant.
• Ability to move continuously around the kitchen, dining room, and bar during shifts.
• Occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 25–30 lbs.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with guests, staff, and management.
• Capacity to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Comfort working in moderate to loud noise levels consistent with a busy restaurant.

Benefits

• Generous pay and benefits.
• Award-winning restaurant environment.
• Unrivaled career opportunities.
• Recognized as one of the top 100 companies to work for in the UK for fourteen consecutive years.