JOIN THE CHAO HAWAII KITCHEN CREW!
Position: Prep Cook / Line Cook
Location: Chao Hawaii – Honolulu's Modern Southeast Asian Restaurant
Ready to level up your culinary game? Want to be part of something fresh, bold, and full of flavor?
Chao Hawaii is calling for passionate, hungry-to-learn prep and line cooks who want to grow, create, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen.
This isn’t just another back-of-house gig — it’s a chance to be part of a vision. We’re reimagining Southeast Asian cuisine with modern flair, and we’re looking for team players who are ready to get their hands dirty and bring the heat!
What You’ll Do:
Slice, dice, marinate, and prep like a pro – you’re the foundation of the kitchen
Help craft bold, flavorful dishes that’ll light up our menu
Learn from talented chefs and expand your skills every shift
Stay sharp on safety and cleanliness – we keep it clean AND mean
Collaborate with an ambitious crew who’s serious about food and having fun doing it
Assist with catering prep and big-volume orders – we do it all
What We’re Looking For:
✅ Some kitchen experience? Awesome. None yet? No problem – we’ll train the right attitude
✅ You love food, hustle hard, and want to learn and grow in the industry
✅ You're reliable, focused, and ready to move fast and stay sharp
✅ You bring good vibes and want to be part of a kitchen family that supports each other
✅ Bonus if you’ve worked events or catering – but not required
Why Chao Hawaii?
This is more than a job – it’s a launchpad. We’re building something special, and we want people who believe in the vision, want to contribute, and are ready to take ownership of their craft. If you’re ambitious, driven, and love being in the heart of the action, we want to meet you.
Let’s cook up something amazing together. Apply now and bring your fire to Chao Hawaii.
Your next chapter starts here.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid training
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Application Question(s):
- What's your work availability?
- Where on the island do you live?
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person