Malibu Farm Cook II

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts • Lanai City, HI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Four Seasons Resort Lāna’i is hiring a Cook II for Malibu Farm. The role prepares menu items to guest specifications while supporting daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment. The Cook II maintains consistent food quality and follows recipe, portioning, presentation, and food-safety standards. The position independently manages an assigned kitchen station, supports Cook I as needed, and assumes Cook I responsibilities during absences. Work authorization in the United States is required.

Malibu Farm is located above Hulopoʻe Bay and serves lunch made with fresh local and organic ingredients, with poolside cocktails available in the evening. The role requires availability for varying schedules in a hospitality operation that functions seven days a week, 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays. Candidates must obtain a Hawaii State Department of Health TB clearance card and hold a Hawaii Food Handler’s Card and ServSafe certification.

Requirements

• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Hawaii State Department of Health TB clearance card required.
• Hawaii Food Handler’s Card and ServSafe required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 70 pounds, and push or pull as needed during shifts.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and properly clean kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Proficient knife skills and ability to multitask.
• Availability for varying scheduled days and times, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items to guest specifications while maintaining consistent quality and following recipe cards, portioning, and presentation standards.
• Complete mise en place and set up the assigned workstation for scheduled service periods.
• Independently manage an assigned kitchen station, support Cook I as needed, and assume Cook I responsibilities during absences.
• Prepare items in advance as required and align production with forecasted needs to prevent overproduction.
• Operate, maintain, and properly clean kitchen equipment.
• Date, label, rotate, and store food products according to food-safety policies, maintaining proper temperatures.
• Monitor par levels, determine prep and freezer pulls, and ensure proper line setup for each shift.
• Identify and communicate out-of-stock items or potential shortages to leadership.
• Return unused food items to designated storage areas, ensuring they are covered, labeled, and dated.
• Help control food costs by minimizing waste, monitoring product usage, and following waste-reduction procedures.
• Support inventory accuracy and participate in corrective action planning related to food cost or utilization issues.

Benefits

• 100% employer-contributed medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Competitive wages and other benefits, including a retirement plan and wellness credit.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Employee engagement and recognition events throughout the year.
• Complimentary stays and exclusive discounts at Four Seasons properties worldwide.
• Complimentary employee meals and dry cleaning for employee uniforms.
• Owner-subsidized on-island housing and inter-island airfare to Oahu and other resources.
• Learning and development programs.

What This Job Offers

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