LINE COOK AT VINTAGE BOOKS KAIMUKI
Vintage Books Hawaii Honolulu, HI Job Details Part-time | Full-time $20
- $24 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Hospitality Pre-cooking preparation Food service health code compliance Kitchen knives Food safety sanitizing procedures Commercial kitchen cleaning Organizational skills Kitchen stations Full Job Description Are you looking for a job that values your hard work and shows that appreciation with opportunities to learn and grow?
Want to be part of a culinary team in a fast-paced, fast-growing organization on a mission to create exceptional experiences in food, beverage, and hospitality? At Vintage Books, we blend modern innovation with nostalgic charm to create an inviting place for our community. We honor the past, embrace the future, and take pride in our craft of excellent food. If you're ready to learn, grow, and maybe even lead your own team one day —
KEEP READING.
Hourly starting pay from $20
- 24 for our line cook position + benefits
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Our ideal employee takes initiative, stays focused in a fast-paced kitchen, and puts pride into every step. You should have a medium understanding of kitchen protocols — including some knife skills, basic prep work, station organization, and sanitation. Most importantly, you're motivated, coachable, and excited to always improve your craft. At Vintage Books, we never settle for less than extraordinarily high standards — but for the right person, this level of excellence just feels normal.
ASK YOURSELF
… Does your current job take you for granted? Are you hungry (literally and figuratively) for new challenges? Do you thrive in fast-paced kitchens where passion is celebrated? Are you ready to join a team that's constantly learning, evolving, and raising the bar? If the answer is yes, we want to hear from you.
OUR MISSION
We're changing the landscape of Hawaii's food and beverage culture by leading a revolution of handcrafted dishes and genuine hospitality. Check out what we're about at vintagebookshawaii.com, then reach out and tell us why you'd be the perfect addition to our culinary team.
THE BASICS
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WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Prepare ingredients for our menus and special events, executing dishes with consistency and care
- Follow sanitation, food safety, and kitchen organization standards
- Maintain a clean, efficient workspace at all times
- Work collaboratively with the front and back of house teams to keep service smooth
- Support the overall kitchen operation in a fast-paced environment
- We offer above-average pay and opportunities for advancement.
MUST HAVES
- Base-level kitchen skills (knife work, sanitation, basic procedures)
- Full availability for full time (nights, weekends, holidays)
- Part time (3 shifts a week) is also available
- Strong work ethic and reliability is a must
- Coachable attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to stay calm and focused under pressure
- Genuine passion for food and hospitality
COOL STUFF YOU SHOULD KNOW
We're all a little bit fanatical — and you'll love us for it We take our craft seriously, but never take ourselves too seriously Employee discounts & family meals will keep you inspired and well-fed This is more than a job — it's our purpose, passion, and community This isn't like any other kitchen you've worked where you're stuck inside the "box." At Vintage Books, we light that box on fire. Come join our team.
Pay:
$20.00
00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person