Line Cook: Hotel Restaurant & Banquet

Highgate; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer 


Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid jury duty leave, personal leave,

Job summary

Highgate, a leader in real estate and hospitality management, seeks a Line Cook for Kalia Theatre in Honolulu. You will prepare items per recipes, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and ensure rapid, high-quality service during operations.

The role requires culinary experience, willingness to work long hours, and the ability to handle hot and cold conditions. You will support multiple kitchen stations and follow health and safety standards.

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 charbroiling, poaching, deep-frying, sauté, braising, roasting and par-cooking.
• Knowledge of herbs and spices and proper use of each.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas.
• Complete necessary food and station preparation prior to the opening to ensure guests are served promptly and efficiently.
• Prepare and display food items according to 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 following Event Orders and standards.
• Prepare all foods following standard recipes; specials directed by 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 to avoid injury.
• Use Production Charts as per hotel standards.
• Be able to support any position in the Kitchen in need of help.
• Follow all Health Department and Company regulations regarding food and storage standards and safety.
• 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.

Skills

Culinary experience

Stand for shift

Heavy lifting

Temperature handling

Menu knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Highgate, a leader in real estate and hospitality management, seeks a Line Cook for Kalia Theatre in Honolulu. You will prepare items per recipes, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and ensure rapid, high-quality service during operations.

The role requires culinary experience, willingness to work long hours, and the ability to handle hot and cold conditions. You will support multiple kitchen stations and follow health and safety standards.