Prep Cook - HRC Waikiki

141 Hard Rock Cafe International (STP) Inc; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Hard Rock Cafe is seeking cooks who are all‑round culinary team members. You will handle prep recipes, label and store items, and support opening, closing, and line station duties.

The role emphasizes safety, sanitation, urgency, professional communication with co‑workers and FOH staff; expects 1–2 years' experience and a high school diploma; wage is up to $15+ per hour.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of kitchen experience
• High School diploma or GED
• Food safety certification may be required in some states

Responsibilities

• Making prep recipes and menu products to spec
• Label, date, cover and refrigerate prepped items for the line
• Opening, closing & side duties – set up, stock, and break down all kitchen equipment and line stations
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and line
• Practice safety and sanitation standards
• Read order tickets or Kitchen Display System

Skills

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Core values

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well‑being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work‑life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our full list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits

Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well‑being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work‑life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our full list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits

Job Description

Even though kitchen employees may not come into direct contact with guests, their responsibilities are key to the Cafe’s success.

At Hard Rock, cooks will be considered all‑around culinary employees.

• Making prep recipes and menu products to spec
• Properly labeling, dating, covering and refrigerating prepped items for the line
• Performing opening, closing & side duties – setting up, stocking, and breaking down all kitchen equipment and prep, and line stations
• Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and line
• Practicing safety and sanitation standards
• Having a sense of urgency
• Properly reading items printed on order tickets or automated Kitchen Display System
• Assembling orders - double checking product quality and specs
• Demonstrating impeccable product knowledge
• Involved in handling all re‑cook, special prep, long ticket, large party/voucher group procedures
• Communicating professionally with co‑workers and Front‑of‑the‑House staff
• With competitive pay wage of up to $15+/hr.

Experience, Education and Certifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience (experience requirements may vary by location)
• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• In some U.S. States, a food safety certification program is required to be completed before being able to serve food or alcohol, which may include a food handlers card (i.e., California law requires this)

Skills

• Remaining calm in a hectic, fast‑paced atmosphere
• Demonstrating a high level of organization, attention‑to‑detail and a sense‑of‑urgency
• Displaying a positive and outwardly friendly attitude toward guests and co‑workers
• Maintaining HRC’s 5 core Values and Mission Statement

Physical Demands

Ability to move throughout the Corporate office and Cafes during visits (standing, walking, kneeling, bending, etc.) for extended periods of time

Ability to make repeating movements of the arms, hands, and wrists

Ability to express or exchange ideas verbally and perceive sound by ear

Manual dexterity, hand‑eye coordination, and ability to work with hand above shoulders

Ability to occasionally, regularly, frequently move objects (lift, push, pull, balance, carry) up to 10 pounds

Ability to turn or twist body parts in a circular motion

Ability to tolerate exposure to heat, cold, chemicals, and loud/noisy environment

Additional Requirements

• Maintaining a well‑groomed appearance (“having a plan”)
• Following all uniform guidelines
• Practicing all general safety & sanitation standards
• Recycling products, where possible

Thank you for choosing us as your employer of choice!

Be Iconic represents the roots of our culture. The Seminole Tribe of Florida remains the only unconquered tribe in the United States of America. The Tribe established Seminole Gaming in 1979, when it opened the first high‑stakes bingo hall in the United States. Building on its rich heritage of courageous and groundbreaking achievements, the Seminole Tribe of Florida acquired Hard Rock International in March 2007—the first transaction of its kind by a Native American tribe. Today, Hard Rock International remains one of the most globally recognized companies in the world, with Hard Rock Hotel, Casino, Cafe and Rock Shop® venues in over 74 countries. With the continued growth of Seminole Gaming and Hard Rock International, Seminole Hard Rock Support Services was created to support all of our brands and lines of business. With the largest global footprint in the hospitality industry for over 50 years, our number‑one job is to bring fun and excitement to our team members and our guests!