Line Cook

Wolfgang Puck; Kihei (HI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Health insurance and dental/vision

401(k) with employer match

Team dining discounts

Job summary

Spago Maui, part of the Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group, is seeking a Line Cook in Hawaii to join a world-class culinary team. You will prepare dishes to exacting standards, follow recipes and prep lists, and work with a talented team in a high-energy kitchen.

The role emphasizes precision, teamwork, and hospitality in a luxury resort setting, with competitive pay and strong benefits. The position requires focus, cleanliness, and adherence to food safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience as a line cook in a fine dining environment.
• High-volume cooking experience.
• Knowledge of cooking methods and kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute dishes to Wolfgang Puck’s exacting standards of quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Follow recipes, prep lists, and station guidelines efficiently and accurately.
• Work collaboratively with fellow cooks, sous chefs, and the executive chef.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized work environment in accordance with health and safety standards.
• Contribute to a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Line cook experience

High-volume cooking

Knife skills

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Team communication

Job description

Spago Maui offers a unique opportunity to be part of one of the most iconic restaurant brands in the world, set in one of the most beautiful destinations in the United States. As part of the Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group, the restaurant blends globally inspired cuisine with exceptional hospitality, creating a refined yet welcoming guest experience. Team members at Spago Maui are part of a culture that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and a commitment to consistently delivering world-class dining in an elevated resort setting.

We are currently seeking a passionate, driven, and skilled Line Cook to join our back-of-house team. This is your opportunity to work alongside a world-class culinary team in a fast-paced, professional kitchen known for innovation, precision, and exceptional guest experiences.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and execute dishes to Wolfgang Puck’s exacting standards of quality, consistency, and presentation
• Follow recipes, prep lists, and station guidelines efficiently and accurately
• Work collaboratively with fellow cooks, sous chefs, and the executive chef
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized work environment in accordance with health and safety standards
• Contribute to a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 / hour

What We’re Looking For

• 2 years' experience as a line cook in a fine dining environment
• High-volume experience
• Good understanding of cooking methods (roasting, braising, searing, poaching, frying, etc.).
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen equipment
• Attention to detail (in plating, measurements, portion control).
• Cleanliness / hygiene and knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to follow direction / recipes / prep lists precisely.
• Strong communication skills, and an ability to thrive in a high-energy, team-oriented environment
• A passion for food, learning, and the Wolfgang Puck philosophy of hospitality

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Fully-paid individual health insurance, plus dental, vision and other supplemental plans available
• 401(k) with 30% employer match
• Team member dining discounts and career development opportunities within the Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group

Join one of the most respected kitchens in the world and become part of Wolfgang Puck’s legacy of culinary excellence.

Disclaimer: This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.

Wolfgang Puck Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.