Kalia Theater (new Waikiki Luau site under construction) Line Cook

Highgate; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer-m

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Jury duty leave

Job summary

Highgate Hotels in Hawaii seeks a Line Cook for the Kalia Theatre. You will prepare all food items to standardized recipes for restaurant and banquet service, while maintaining cleanliness, safety, and efficient service.

This role requires culinary experience and the ability to work long hours in a fast-paced kitchen. Responsibilities include prepping stations, ensuring quality, following menus and safety regulations, and supporting other kitchen positions as needed.

Qualifications

• Culinary experience required.
• Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
• Medium work - lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally, up to 20 lbs frequently.
• Ability to stand during entire shift.
• Able to withstand hot and cold temperatures.
• Knowledge of menus and hotel standards.
• Proficiency in cooking techniques: charbroiling, poaching, deep-frying, sauté, braising, roasting and par-cooking.
• Knowledge of herbs and spices and proper use.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas.
• Prepare food and stations prior to opening for prompt service.
• Prepare and display food items per standards.
• Recognize quality standards in vegetables, fish, dairy and meat.
• Maintain sanitary kitchen environment with proper handling and storage.
• Prepare foods according to Event Orders and standard recipes.
• Prepare specials under Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.
• Breakdown buffets and kitchen line and store items properly.
• Work kitchen stations as scheduled by Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.
• Know location and operation of fire extinguishing equipment.
• Practice safe work habits to avoid injury.
• Use Production Charts as specified.
• Support any kitchen position as needed.
• Follow Health Department and company regulations.
• Operate and maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment.
• Maintain a 'Clean As You Go' policy.
• Assist in storage and rotation of food items.
• Sign keys out and back in under supervision.

Skills

Culinary experience

Flexible hours

Stand for shift

Temperature tolerance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.www.highgate.com

Overview

The Line Cook at Kalia Theatre is responsible for preparing all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Restaurant/Banquet, while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product. He/she is also responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation and safety in the kitchen and work areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas.
• Complete necessary food and station preparation prior to the opening of the Restaurant/Banquet in order to ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently during the Restaurant operating hours.
• Prepare and display food items according to the Food & Beverage standards.
• Recognize quality standards in fresh vegetables, fish, and dairy and meat products.
• Maintain clean and sanitary environment with knowledge of proper handling, storage, and sanitation.
• Prepare food for the Restaurant/Banquet, and required, following specifications on Event Orders.
• Prepare all foods following Food & Beverage standard recipes. Preparation of specials will be under the direction of the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.
• Breakdown buffets and kitchen line, storing food and equipment properly at the end of each meal period.
• Work Restaurant/Banquet food station as scheduled by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.
• Know the location and operation of all fire extinguishing equipment.
• Practice safe work habits at all times to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.
• Use Production Charts as specified by hotel's standards.
• Be able to support any position in the Kitchen that is in need of help.
• Follow all Health Department and Company regulations in regards to food and storage standards and safety.
• Be able to operate and maintain cleanliness of all kitchen equipment.
• Maintain a "Clean As You Go" policy.
• Assist in storage and rotation of food items according to hotel procedures.
• Sign keys out and back in under supervision as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
• Culinary experience required.
• Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to stand during entire shift
• Ability to withstand temperature variations both hot and cold.
• Have thorough knowledge of menus and the preparation required, according to hotel standards.
• Proficiency in the following cooking techniques: charbroiling, poaching, deep-frying, sauté, braising, roasting and par-cooking.
• Knowledge of herbs and spices and proper use of each.

Benefits

Highgate offers the following benefits package for this position:

• Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave (provided in accordance with applicable law)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law

Posting Date

This job opening was posted on October 20, 2026 and will remain open for at least 60 days.