Cook Helper

Palolo Chinese Home • Honolulu, HI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team at Palolo Chinese Home as a Full Time Cook Helper in our onsite kitchen in beautiful Honolulu, HI. As a Cook Helper, you will have the exciting opportunity to work alongside our skilled culinary team and assist in preparing delicious cuisine. You will have the chance to learn from experienced chefs and contribute to the creation of exceptional dishes. By assisting with food preparation, ensuring the kitchen is clean and organized, and supporting the team in various tasks, you will play a vital role in delivering excellent dining experiences to our residents.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of food preparation.
• At least six months of experience as a cook helper, dietary aide, or other food production position.
• Knowledge of proper knife handling skills, temperature control, and kitchen sanitation.
• Ability to perform simple math calculations for portioning and measuring ingredients.
• Ability to communicate in English to follow recipes, instructions, and production logs.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a healthcare facility is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing food ingredients in accordance with regulatory agency requirements.
• Utilizing kitchen equipment safely and efficiently to cook meals.
• Following recipes to prepare food that meets nutritional requirements.
• Reviewing menus for improvements.
• Assembling food supplies and equipment.
• Labeling, dating, and appropriately storing food items.
• Maintain sanitary conditions in the kitchen.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical (including drug, vision, and dental).
• 10 paid holidays, 10 days of sick leave, and 10 days of vacation to start.
• 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with a 4% matching contribution.
• Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer.
• Ample overtime opportunities.
• Referral Bonus: Available up to $3,000 per successful employee referral.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and AFLAC supplemental insurance.
• On-site and street parking are 100% free, plus discounted employee meals for only $3.50.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed