Lead Culinary Cook (248, Mahi'ai Table)

**At this time we are considering on-island candidates only and relocation assistance is not provided.**  

Pay: From $20-$24 per hour   

Job-Type: Full-Time (40 hours)  

Evening and weekend availability is strongly preferred. Candidates with open availability will be prioritized for next steps. 

Foodland Super Market, Ltd is locally owned and operated and has been doing business in Hawai`i for over 75 years. Foodland is strongly committed to sharing our passion for extraordinary service, unmatched quality and innovation, and delivering exceptional food and shopping experiences to inspire our community.

Mahi'ai Table in Foodland Farms Ka Makana Ali'i is looking for a Lead Cook to join our team! We are seeking high energy, creative culinary professionals who are passionate about food and delivering exceptional food experiences to the community.

This is an hourly position and we offer a comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/drug/vision insurance, 401k and more! (specifics vary based on position and classification).

Lead Cooks must have knowledge of cooking techniques & procedures, kitchen equipment, and kitchen operational systems. The Lead Cook the ability to work well and communicate well with others, receive and provide direction; maintain a positive attitude toward the work and company. Lead Cooks must also maintain a neat, well-groomed personal appearance, observe company dress code, and support the company culture, values, goals and mission. Lead Cooks must observe and enforce all company policies, house rules and guiding principles.

Responsibilities of Lead Cooks include but are not limited to:

• supporting and assisting both the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef in daily operations of the kitchen
• oversight of all kitchen needs in the absence of the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef
• when working the line, management authority over the line staff (includes line cooks, prep cooks, and utility/dishwashers)
• maintaining product quality standards
• observe and enforce company standard operating procedures
• ensuring all safety and sanitation guidelines are followed
• assistance with management of culinary staff
• providing excellent customer service

Qualifications:

• High school education or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Must have prior management experience in a culinary position in a high-volume food service establishment.
• Knife and cooking skills required.
• Must have recent TB Clearance.
• Must comply with all company policies and requirements

With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salary : $20 - $24