Kitchen Crew - Ono 097

Ono Hawaiian BBQ; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and EAP

Paid sick time

Meal discount for employees

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ono Hawaiian BBQ in Lake Forest, CA is seeking motivated Kitchen Crew Members to support back-of-house operations and ensure high-quality food for guests. This is an hourly position at $20.00 per hour, with options for part-time or full-time schedules and benefits.

You will follow health codes, assist with food preparation and inventory, and maintain cleanliness. A reliable transportation and ability to work in a fast-paced environment are required; a Food Handler Card is preferred.

Qualifications

• Food Handler Card required by health department.
• Basic math skills and basic English written and verbal communication.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Eligible for Bonus and awards program.
• Comprehensive benefits listed (medical, dental, vision) and 401(k) matching.
• Life insurance and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid sick time and meal discount for employees.

Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with health codes and safety procedures.
• Understand and comply with company policies and procedures.
• Understand and comply with Kitchen Crew Training Guideline.
• Perform food preparation, stocking of inventory, food quality and portion control when cooking and serving food at the cookline.
• Prepare multiple food orders at the cookline and ensure the food is served accurately and timely to customers.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the store by performing daily and weekly cleaning and sanitizing tasks.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Part-time or full-time.

Skills

Food safety awareness

Basic math

Basic English communication

Reliability & punctuality

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description

Posted Friday, July 31, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Celebrating our 20 th anniversary, Ono Hawaiian BBQ is a fast-casual restaurant known for its authentic Hawaiian Plate Lunches and other island specialties. Ono Hawaiian uses the freshest ingredients, prepared from scratch daily in each restaurant and grilled fresh to order. With over 100 locations across California and Arizona, we aim to combine the culture and “Aloha” spirit of Hawaii into our restaurants to bring a taste of the islands with exceptional service in an inviting atmosphere.

Job Overview

Job Summary: Ono Hawaiian BBQ is seeking motivated individuals to join our team as Kitchen Crew Members. As a Kitchen Crew, you will play a vital role in our operations Department, ensuring the smooth operation of the back of the house and delivering high-quality food to our customers. This is an hourly position with a competitive compensation of $20.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities listed here are not all-inclusive; they indicate the types of activities usually

performed by this position. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate core competencies

in the following areas:

• Understand and comply with health codes and safety procedures.
• Understand and comply with company policies and procedures.
• Understand and comply with Kitchen Crew Training Guideline.
• Perform food preparation, stocking of inventory, food quality and portion control when cooking and serving food at the cookline.
• Prepare multiple food orders at the cookline and ensure the food is served accurately and timely to customers.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the store by performing daily and weekly cleaning and sanitizing tasks.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Part-time or full-time.

Qualification/Requirements

• Food Handler Card required by the state or local health department.
• Basic math skills, basic English written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Eligible for Bonus and awards program
• 401(k) matching program to help you save for retirement.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and Vision insurance for you and your dependents.
• We offer life insurance and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Sick Time off.
• Meal Discount for employee

Company Perks

At Ono Hawaiian BBQ, we value our employees and strive to provide a positive work environment. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer online employee discounts to amusement parks, restaurants, movie theaters, spas, sporting events, and so much more! We believe in creating opportunities for our employees to enjoy their time outside of work and make lasting memories with their families and friends.

Physical Demands

• Extended periods of standing, walking, talking, and hearing.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent hand washing and use of cleaning solutions.
• Repetitive movement of arms, fingers, hands, and wrists.
• Reaching high storage shelving using a stepladder.
• Squatting, kneeling, and bending to reach objects in lower cabinets or shelving

Environmental Conditions

• The kitchen area can be hot, and the noise level is typically high.
• The walk-in refrigerated area is extremely cold.
• You will be working around kitchen equipment and tools.

Additional Information

Ono Hawaiian BBQ is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Ono Hawaiian BBQ makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.