Line Cook

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with 30% employer match

Team dining discounts

Job summary

Spago Maui, part of Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group, is seeking a passionate Line Cook to join an iconic kitchen in Hawaii. In this fast-paced, professional environment, you will prepare dishes to exacting standards, follow recipes precisely, and collaborate with a world-class culinary team.

We offer competitive hourly pay of $22.00–$26.00, fully paid individual health insurance, dental and vision options, a 401(k) with 30% employer match, and dining discounts with career development

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience as a line cook in a fine dining environment.
• 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

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

Cooking methods

Knife skills

Attention to detail

Food safety knowledge

Following recipes

Team communication

Team player

Passion for food

Job description

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

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

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 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.

Skills

Required

Food Safety Knowledge and Compliance

Advanced

Culinary Arts

Advanced

Attention to Detail

Advanced

Professional Cooking

Intermediate

Advanced

Behaviors

Required

Loyal

: Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Experience

Required

1 year:

Fine Dining

2 years:

Line Cook

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