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Food & Beverage | Part-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)
The Line Up at Wai Kai – ?

Ewa Beach, Hawai?i

The Line Up 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.

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

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

Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

Serv Safe 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

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

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.