Experienced Line + Prep Cooks at Java Kai Koloa

Java-Kai; Koloa (HI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips

Competitive pay

Free shift meal

Free coffee drink 7 days a week

Discounts on coffee and merch

Fun work environment

Job summary

Java Kai in Koloa on the island of Kauai is seeking Line & Prep Cooks to join our busy brunch cafe. We prioritize customer satisfaction and quality, while keeping a professional but fun team atmosphere.

Candidates should have a strong background in food preparation and cooking and a commitment to safe food handling. Responsibilities include preparing items to recipe standards, stocking stations, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a kitchen setting preferred.
• Strong culinary skills and knife techniques.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and regulations.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure with attention to detail.
• Excellent teamwork and customer-focused communication.
• Able to meet scheduling commitments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and standards.
• Ensure all food is prepared in a timely manner to meet service demands.
• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies.
• Complete daily checklist and track ingredient inventory; resupply with kitchen/management staff.
• Assist with ordering produce and other kitchen supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area and follow food safety practices.
• Follow all health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking

Teamwork

Food safety

Attention to detail

Customer service

Job description

Java Kai Kōloa is looking for Line & Prep Cooks to join our team. We are a busy brunch cafe that puts the customer and quality first. We are professional but we also have fun. All the food at Java Kai is made from scratch and we take pride in doing things the right way. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food preparation and cooking, with experience in various professional kitchen environments. We are seeking a strong team player that is proactive and has a positive attitude. If you have a love for cooking and a commitment to food safety, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

• Tips
• Competitive pay
• Free shift meal
• Free coffee drink 7 days a week regardless if you have worked that day or not
• Discounts on coffee and merch
• Fun work environment

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and standards.
• Ensure all food is prepared in a timely manner to meet service demands.
• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies.
• Complete daily checklist, keeping track of ingredient inventory and collaborating with other kitchen and management staff to resupply.
• Assisting with ordering of produce and other kitchen supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, including proper food handling practices.
• Follow all health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a kitchen setting preferred.
• Strong culinary skills, including knife skills and meal preparation techniques preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and regulations.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with a customer-focused attitude.
• Able to meet all scheduling commitments.