Join Our Onsite Hiring Event! Walk-ins welcome! Interview for this position on August 13th, August 18th, August 20th, August 25th, and August 27th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Waikiki Market, 2380 Kuhio Ave. , Honolulu. Qualified candidates may receive same-day conditional offers and may be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $1,000 (terms and conditions apply). Call/Text (808) 466-1957 for more information.
'Olili Waikiki is looking for friendly and engaging individuals with a passion for food and service to join our newest team. Located upstairs at Waikiki Market, our restaurant will celebrate Hawaii’s food culture through authentic, modern interpretations of “mixed-plate” flavors in a beautiful space overlooking Waikiki.
We are seeking Lead Cooks to join our brand new 'Olili Waikiki team!
The Lead Cook assists the Chef and Sous Chef carry out the daily needs of the establishment. While working on the line the lead cook has the authority over his/her staff which include cooks, prep cooks, and utility cooks. The lead cook would need to be knowledgeable about cooking techniques, procedures, systems operations, staffing strategies, as well as general kitchen guidelines. The lead cook oversees the kitchen when the chef and sous chef are not present. The lead cook will also handle some of the purveyor accounts.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
- Prepares food items by cutting, chopping, mixing, and preparing sauces.
- Cooks food items by grilling, frying, sautéing, and other cooking methods to specified recipes and standards.
- Ensure that all items are to spec, dated appropriately, packed, sealed, and labeled correctly.
- Delegate daily responsibilities and assignments to employees, appropriate to their skills and ability.
- Comply fully with all safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- High school education with some college background preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must have prior management experience in a culinary position in a high-volume food service establishment.
- Knife and cooking skills required.
- Must have recent TB Clearance.
- Must comply with all company policies and requirements.
Benefits:
Competitive pay, flexible schedules, medical insurance, 401k retirement plan with a company match, advancement opportunities and more!
With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Job Type: Full-time
Base Pay: $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- (Yes/No) Are you currently on the island and able to commute to Honolulu, HI?
- (Yes/No) Are you willing to work at another location in the Waikiki / Honolulu area until 'Olili re-opens?
- Do you have Flexible PM Work Availability? (this includes closing shift (2pm-10pm), Monday-Sunday, weekends and holiday availability). If not, please provide your work availability times for a full work week Monday-Sunday.
Experience:
- Kitchen & Cooking: 3 years (Preferred)
- Kitchen management: 1 year (Preferred)
- high-volume kitchen: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
