Line Cook Jobs in Kailua Kona, HI

A Line Cook, or Station Chef, is an integral part of the culinary team in a commercial kitchen. They are primarily responsible for preparing food items, following recipes, and cooking meals in their designated section. The position demands efficiency, ability to work under pressure, and strong attention to detail as they need to deliver high-quality food within a fast-paced environment. Line Cooks also maintain clean work areas, sanitize kitchen equipment, and ensure food safety standards are upheld.

Before becoming a Line Cook, a person might start their culinary career as a Kitchen Helper, Dishwasher, or Prep Cook. Important skills for a Line Cook include cooking skills, knowledge of food safety, teamwork, and the ability to stand for long periods. A certification in food handling or a degree from a culinary school is often required. Some also pursue additional certifications such as the ServSafe Food Handler certificate and Certified Culinarian (CC) certification from the American Culinary Federation to enhance their credentials and improve job prospects.

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Prep/Line Cook - Up To $28/hr (includes tips)

  • Kealakekua, HI (3 miles from Kailua Kona, HI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kealakekua, HI (3 miles from Kailua Kona, HI)
  • 6 days ago

Shaka Tacoz Headquarters in Kealakekua is seeking a full-time cook to work part-time as a prep cook and part-time as a line cook. Must have prep and line cook experience, knife skills preferred....

Culinary - Kipuka Cook 3 - Full Time

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 11 days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 11 days ago

Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill....

Student Intern Cook IV

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 20 days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 20 days ago

Assist (with supervision) through various stations (e.g., grill, saute, and pastry) to gain a comprehensive understanding of kitchen operations....

Cook III

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 25 days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 25 days ago

place orders when there are shortages Qualifications: • Proven experience as cook • Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware • Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling...

Culinary - Beach Tree Cook 2 - Full time

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 28 days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 28 days ago

Ability to Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill...

Cook - Med Ctr

  • Captain Cook, HI (21 miles from Kailua Kona, HI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Captain Cook, HI (21 miles from Kailua Kona, HI)
  • 30+ days ago

This position is also responsible to prepare food for one or more service areas such as, Trayline, cafeteria, cafeteria grill, deli, catering etc....

Culinary - 'ULU AM Cook 3 - Full Time

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 45+ days ago

Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill....

Culinary - Keolu Cook 4 - Full Time

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 45+ days ago

Basic knife skills and ability to multi-task. WHAT TO BRING High school education, cooking school or culinary institute education or equivalent experience....

Culinary - Residents Beach House Cook 3 - Full Time

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 45+ days ago

Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill....

Culinary - Ke'olu Cook 4 - Full Time

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 45+ days ago

Basic knife skills and ability to multi-task. WHAT TO BRING High school education, cooking school or culinary institute education or equivalent experience....

Cook III - Temporary

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 60+ days ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Job Description: Work in a company where people truly believe in what theyre doing. At OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels,...

Cook III

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 60+ days ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Job Description: Job Description Work in a company where people truly believe in what theyre doing. At OUTRIGGER...

$1000 Signing Bonus: Culinary - Beach Tree Cook 2 - Full time

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 90+ days ago

Ability to Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill...

Demographic Data for Kailua Kona, HI

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Kailua Kona, HI

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Kailua Kona, HI offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.2%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Master's Degree
3.0%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Line Cooks in Kailua Kona, HI
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%



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