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Justin Cochran Named Finalist for Invited’s Chef of the Year Competition

The Hawkstone Country Club’s Executive Chef will represent the club and Invited at Casa de Campo in the Caribbean.

By Editorial Staff | September 4, 2026

Justin Cochran, Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Director at Hawkstone Country Club, has been named a finalist for Chef of the Year among Invited Clubs.

Cochran is one of only a handful of chefs selected to compete for the title, joining peers from some of Invited’s most recognized properties, including Firestone Country Club, Mission Hills Country Club, and The Metropolitan.

Cochran joined Hawkstone Country Club in 2024, and in a short time he has continuously elevated the club’s dining experience, earning recognition from members and staff alike.

As a finalist, Cochran will represent Hawkstone Country Club and Invited at Casa de Campo in the Caribbean, where he’ll join some of the world’s leading chefs at a food and wine festival to showcase his skills and learn whether he has earned the Invited Chef of the Year Award.

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