Prep Cook (Kona)

Kona Brewing Co.; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift meal

40% off food, beer and merchandise

Medical and dental

401K after 90 days

Training to move up

Job summary

Kona Brewing Hawaiʻi in Kailua-Kona, Hawaiʻi, is seeking a Prep Cook who takes pride in quality ingredients, a well-organized kitchen, and a job done right. You’ll help set our kitchen team up for success by preparing ingredients and recipes that keep service running smoothly.

If you enjoy hands-on work, bring a positive attitude, and like being part of a team, we’d love to hear from you. The role emphasizes proper knife skills, following recipes, and working efficiently in a busy kitchen.

Qualifications

• Previous prep cook or kitchen experience preferred.
• Basic knife skills and familiarity with kitchen equipment.
• Attention to detail and the ability to follow recipes and instructions.
• The ability to stay organized, manage priorities, and work efficiently in a busy kitchen.
• A reliable, team-focused approach and a willingness to learn.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, chop, slice, and portion ingredients for daily service.
• Prepare sauces, dressings, and other menu components according to recipes and quality standards.
• Follow prep lists and communicate with kitchen leadership about priorities, product needs, and readiness for service.
• Label, date, rotate, and properly store ingredients and prepared foods.
• Keep workstations, equipment, and storage areas clean, organized, and ready for use.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and safe equipment-handling procedures.
• Use ingredients thoughtfully to maintain consistency and minimize waste.
• Help receive and organize deliveries and support other kitchen tasks as needed.
• Work respectfully with teammates to create a positive, dependable kitchen environment.

Skills

Basic knife skills

Attention to detail

Following recipes

Prioritization

Teamwork

Weekend availability

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Help us bring great food and aloha to the table.

Kona Brew is looking for a Prep Cook who takes pride in quality ingredients, a well-organized kitchen, and a job done right. In this role, you’ll help set our kitchen team up for success by preparing ingredients and recipes that keep service running smoothly. If you enjoy hands-on work, bring a positive attitude, and like being part of a team, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Wash, peel, chop, slice, and portion ingredients for daily service.
• Prepare sauces, dressings, and other menu components according to recipes and quality standards.
• Follow prep lists and communicate with kitchen leadership about priorities, product needs, and readiness for service.
• Label, date, rotate, and properly store ingredients and prepared foods.
• Keep workstations, equipment, and storage areas clean, organized, and ready for use.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and safe equipment-handling procedures.
• Use ingredients thoughtfully to maintain consistency and minimize waste.
• Help receive and organize deliveries and support other kitchen tasks as needed.
• Work respectfully with teammates to create a positive, dependable kitchen environment.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous prep cook or kitchen experience preferred.
• Basic knife skills and familiarity with kitchen equipment.
• Attention to detail and the ability to follow recipes and instructions.
• The ability to stay organized, manage priorities, and work efficiently in a busy kitchen.
• A reliable, team-focused approach and a willingness to learn.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements

This position involves standing and walking for extended periods; frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements; working around hot equipment and in refrigerated areas; and lifting or moving items weighing up to 50 lbs. Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

What We Offer

• Full and part-time positions.
• Competitive hourly pay: $20-$22/hour
• Full-time employees have access to medical and dental. Everyone has access to 401K with company match after 90 days.
• Shift meal + 40% off all food, beer and merchandise.
• Training to move up at Kona Brewing and beyond.

About Kona Brewing Hawaii

Kona Brewing Hawaiʻi is an independent, island-born craft brewery headquartered in Kailua-Kona on Hawaiʻi Island, with an additional pub in Hawaiʻi Kai on Oʻahu. Founded in 1994, the brewery is known for creating Hawaiʻi-inspired beers that reflect the islands’ spirit and natural beauty, served fresh across its local pubs and restaurants throughout the state. The team focuses on sustainability, community connection, and living aloha every day, offering a welcoming, growth-minded workplace for people who love great beer and Hawaiʻi.