Cook

Cook

Craft-driven cooking within a premier waterfront destination

The LineUp at Wai Kai is seeking skilled, reliable Cooks to join our Food & Beverage team at one of West Oahu's premier waterfront destinations. This role supports food preparation across the property, including The Lookout Food & Drink, Wave Bar, Foam Coffee & Bar, and catering for events and group experiences.

This position is ideal for a cook who values consistency, takes pride in quality execution, and enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced kitchen environment that supports a refined yet approachable guest experience.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Work within a premier, design-forward waterfront destination
• Exposure to multiple kitchen concepts and service styles across the property
• A professional kitchen culture focused on quality, consistency, and teamwork
• Opportunities to support events, group dining, and special occasions
• Clear standards, systems, and expectations led by experienced culinary leadership

What You'll Do

• Prepare and execute menu items with consistency, accuracy, and attention to quality
• Maintain high standards for food production and presentation at all times
• Coordinate food timing to meet guest expectations and operational flow
• Follow proper food rotation, labeling, and dating procedures to ensure freshness
• Break down and properly store workstation items at the end of each shift
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and prep environment
• Minimize food waste and utilize ingredients efficiently
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and kitchen setup procedures
• Keep refrigeration and storage areas clean, organized, and properly maintained
• Assist in controlling food costs through proper portioning and preparation
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, front-of-house teams, and management
• Assist with daily product purchasing, receiving, and inventory rotation
• Read and understand Event Orders and contracts to ensure proper menu execution and timing
• Adapt to different kitchen stations and service demands as business needs evolve
• Set a positive example through professionalism, teamwork, and work ethic
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• ServSafe certification required (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Experience with kitchen equipment, tools, and maintenance procedures
• Solid knife skills and foundational food preparation techniques
• Culinary school education preferred
• Minimum two years of experience using various cooking techniques preferred
• Experience working in a fast-paced restaurant or similar environment preferred
• Reliable, organized, and able to work well under pressure

Physical Requirements & Schedule

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Comfortable standing for extended periods and performing physical kitchen tasks

If you take pride in your craft, value consistency and teamwork, and want to contribute to a culinary program within a premier waterfront destination, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today and share a bit about your cooking experience, we look forward to connecting with you.