Kitchen Supervisor

Our esteemed culinary establishment is dedicated to delivering a superior dining experience characterized by exceptional food quality, exquisite presentation, and efficient kitchen operations. As a full-time employer located in Honolulu, HI, we pride ourselves on maintaining a highly regarded restaurant that combines the art of fine dining with operational excellence. Our establishment is committed to nurturing teamwork and collaboration among kitchen staff and front-of-house colleagues alike. With a working schedule that includes evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays to accommodate business needs, this role offers an hourly wage ranging from $21.00 to $24.00, reflecting our commitment to attracting skilled culinary professionals. We provide a supportive environment guaranteed to foster personal growth, leadership development, and culinary mastery while ensuring safety and sanitation meet the highest standards.

This line cook position primarily focuses on enhancing food quality in taste and presentation across all meal services, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The successful candidate will play a critical role in setting positive examples and fostering teamwork between kitchen and front-of-house teams. Reporting directly to the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef, you will assist in raising guest satisfaction by adhering to established recipes and standards. Working closely with culinary leaders, you will contribute to controlling food and labor costs, ensuring efficient kitchen operations while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Flexibility is essential as you will be expected to take on various culinary tasks across different station lines, including cold line prep and hot/sauté stations.

The role demands advanced culinary skills and a comprehensive understanding of kitchen operations, safety protocols, and food handling procedures. You will be responsible for preparing, cooking, plating, and garnishing food items according to the city's fine dining standards, ensuring high quality and timely service. Your responsibilities extend to managing inventory, rotation of products based on the first-in, first-out principle, and minimizing food waste to meet forecasted food costs. Additionally, you will maintain detailed communication with management regarding daily progress, incidents, and supply requisitions.

Ideal candidates will hold a valid Hawaii Food Handlers card, demonstrate excellent knife skills, and be capable of operating basic kitchen equipment proficiently. Experience in four- or five-star culinary environments and multi-unit operations is preferred, showcasing readiness to perform in both fine dining and casual settings. Strong guest service orientation, communication skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are vital, along with problem-solving capabilities and a high level of organization.

Physically, this role requires extended periods of standing and walking, manual dexterity, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. The work environment is primarily indoors but involves exposure to heat, cold, steam, and noise typical of a busy kitchen. Given the dynamic nature of the restaurant industry, the ability to work flexible hours with consistent attendance and punctuality is crucial.

Working with us means joining a team committed to quality, professionalism, and continuous improvement. We emphasize safety, sanitation, and adherence to health department guidelines to protect our staff and guests alike. Presenting a professional appearance, maintaining effective relationships across departments, and setting a positive workplace example are integral components of success in this position. Join our team and contribute to the ongoing reputation of our restaurant as a leader in the culinary industry, valued both locally and nationally.