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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All Positions: Cooks, Servers, Hosts and dishwashers

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 1 day ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 1 day ago

Denny's in Kona is looking to expand our team, every shift available! Morning, swing and late night. We are currently hiring all positions: Cooks, Servers, Hosts, Dishwashers, and Shift...

Kitchen staff for plant based from scratch kitchen. PT $250 Hire Bonus

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 2 days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 2 days ago

3-4 days a week. Seasonal and/or permanent position available. Great hours We are looking for passionate people that want to work in a plant based kitchen that focuses on sharing farm-to-table,...

Culinary - 'ULU AM Cook 3 - Full Time

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 2 days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 2 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....

Sushi COCORO server, cook/ chef $19-25 and up

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 5 days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 5 days ago

Small family owned sushi restaurant looking for a new team :) Server, cook/ chef, great working environment with amazing team! Wage would be negotiable, around $20/ hour range. Can be both part...

Line Cook- paid every Friday! Next DayTIPS

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 6 days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 6 days ago

Hiring job applicants NOW HIRING: TOP NOTCH LINE COOK at Big Kahuna Beach Grill! Do you have a passion for great food, love making people smile, and thrive in a fun, fast-paced environment?...

Culinary - Keolu Cook 4 - Full Time

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 9 days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 9 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 - Miller & Lux 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....

Cook Per Diem - Med Ctr

  • Captain Cook, HI (21 miles from Kailua Kona, HI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Captain Cook, HI (21 miles from Kailua Kona, HI)
  • 11 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 - Residents Beach House 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....

Culinary - Ke'olu Cook 4 - Full Time

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 11 days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 11 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
  • 19 days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 19 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
  • 21 days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 21 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 - Miller & Lux Cook 2 - Full Time

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

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

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

Minit Stop Associate Cook (Starting at $17.50/hour)

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

Description Twitter Linkedin Facebook Google+Pinterestemail As a Minit Stop Customer Service Associate - Cook, you are responsible for assisting your team with the day to day running of the...

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
33.3%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.8%
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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