Cook

Food & Beverage | Part-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)
The LineUp at Wai Kai – ?Ewa Beach, Hawai?i

Craft-driven cooking within a premier waterfront destination

The LineUp at Wai Kai is seeking skilled, reliable Cooks to join our Food & Beverage team at one of West O?ahu’s premier waterfront destinations. This role supports food preparation across the property, including The Lookout Food & Drink, Wave Bar, Foam Coffee & Bar, and catering for events and group experiences.

This position is ideal for a cook who values consistency, takes pride in quality execution, and enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced kitchen environment that supports a refined yet approachable guest experience.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Work within a premier, design-forward waterfront destination

• Exposure to multiple kitchen concepts and service styles across the property

• A professional kitchen culture focused on quality, consistency, and teamwork

• Opportunities to support events, group dining, and special occasions

• Clear standards, systems, and expectations led by experienced culinary leadership

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and execute menu items with consistency, accuracy, and attention to quality

• Maintain high standards for food production and presentation at all times

• Coordinate food timing to meet guest expectations and operational flow

• Follow proper food rotation, labeling, and dating procedures to ensure freshness

• Break down and properly store workstation items at the end of each shift

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and prep environment

• Minimize food waste and utilize ingredients efficiently

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and kitchen setup procedures

• Keep refrigeration and storage areas clean, organized, and properly maintained

• Assist in controlling food costs through proper portioning and preparation

• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, front-of-house teams, and management

• Assist with daily product purchasing, receiving, and inventory rotation

• Read and understand Event Orders and contracts to ensure proper menu execution and timing

• Adapt to different kitchen stations and service demands as business needs evolve

• Set a positive example through professionalism, teamwork, and work ethic

• Perform other related duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

• ServSafe certification required (or ability to obtain upon hire)

• Experience with kitchen equipment, tools, and maintenance procedures

• Solid knife skills and foundational food preparation techniques

• Culinary school education preferred

• Minimum two years of experience using various cooking techniques preferred

• Experience working in a fast-paced restaurant or similar environment preferred

• Reliable, organized, and able to work well under pressure

Physical Requirements & Schedule

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally

• Comfortable standing for extended periods and performing physical kitchen tasks

Ready to Join the Team?

If you take pride in your craft, value consistency and teamwork, and want to contribute to a culinary program within a premier waterfront destination, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today and share a bit about your cooking experience, we look forward to connecting with you.