Lead Line Cook & Shift Leader - High-Volume Kitchen

Roberts Hawaii, Inc.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Limelight Hawaii is seeking a skilled Lead Line Cook to lead kitchen operations during service, ensuring quality and consistency across breakfast, lunch, and dinner events. This role includes mentoring line cooks and prep staff, coordinating with chefs and service teams, and upholding safety and sanitation standards in a fast-paced venue.

The position requires 3+ years as a line cook, strong leadership, and flexible availability, with opportunities for growth into culinary leadership roles at

Qualifications

• 3+ years of line cook experience in a restaurant, hotel, or banquet environment.
• Proven ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work in hot, fast-moving conditions.
• Flexible availability including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the line to ensure smooth station operation during service.
• Mentor and train line cooks, prep staff, and stewards.
• Coordinate with chefs and service staff to time dishes and banquets.
• Maintain stock, organization, and sanitation across stations.
• Assist with menu changes, banquet planning, and special events.

Skills

Line cook experience

Lead supervisory

Culinary techniques

Food safety

High-volume service

Physical stamina

Flexible schedule

Education

Culinary training (preferred)

Job description

Limelight Hawaii is seeking a skilled Lead Line Cook to lead kitchen operations during service, ensuring quality and consistency across breakfast, lunch, and dinner events. This role includes mentoring line cooks and prep staff, coordinating with chefs and service teams, and upholding safety and sanitation standards in a fast-paced venue.

The position requires 3+ years as a line cook, strong leadership, and flexible availability, with opportunities for growth into culinary leadership roles at