Cook IV

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Sensei Lāna’i, A Four Seasons Resort, is looking for a Cook IV who shares a passion for excellence and who infuses enthusiasm into everything they do. Our teams’ have the opportunity to shape our guest experience by providing exceptional knowledge of the Resort and exemplifying the Golden Rule in each interaction. The Cook IV prepares menu items to guest specifications and completes daily prep work while supporting daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment. The clean food philosophy at Sensei Lāna’i, A Four Seasons Resort, is not only about the enjoyment of the meal, but about how an individual feels after the meal. Consuming food the way nature delivered it, with optimal nutritional benefit and flavor, is core to all dishes. Menus have been designed by world-renowned Japanese Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and his team in close collaboration with Sensei nutritionists, utilizing an evidence-led approach to nutrition within the context of full-body health. The culinary team seeks to partner with growers who share a passion for organic, local and seasonal foods. Produce from Sensei Farm Lāna’i is featured, where the distance from farm to table is measured in footsteps. Guests can enjoy dishes that incorporate Sensei’s nutritional (Nourish) philosophy as well as a variety of Nobu classics. Dishes can be prepared to accommodate vegan and gluten-free diets.

Requirements

• Successful candidate must possess legal work authorization in United States
• Holidays and weekends availability is required.
• Required by the Hawaii State Department of Health to obtain a Tuberculous (TB) clearance card
• Hawaii Food Handler’s Card and ServSafe is required for this role
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 70 lbs, and push/pull as needed during shifts
• Ability to operate, maintain and properly clean all equipment and utensils.
• Proficient knife skills and ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items to guest specifications while maintaining consistent quality and adhering to recipe cards, portioning, and presentation standards
• Complete mise en place and set up assigned workstation for service periods as scheduled
• Independently manage the assigned kitchen station during preparation and service in an entry‑level role, with skills primarily developed through on‑the‑job training
• Prepare items in advance as required, ensuring production aligns with forecasted needs to prevent overproduction
• Operate, maintain, and properly clean kitchen equipment, including but not limited to fryers, broilers, stoves, steamers, ovens, grills, mixers, slicers, food processors, tilt kettles, steam tables, and waffle irons
• Date, label, rotate, and store food products according to food safety policies, maintaining proper temperatures at all times
• 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 proper covering, labeling, and dating
• Assist in controlling food costs by minimizing waste, monitoring product usage, and following established waste‑reduction procedures
• Support inventory accuracy and participate in corrective action planning related to food cost or utilization issues

Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $24.06
• 100% Employer contributed Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Competitive wages and other benefits (Retirement Plan, Wellness Credit, etc.) as well as Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Inclusive and diverse employee engagement & recognition events all year-round
• Complimentary stays and exclusive discounts at Four Seasons Worldwide
• Complimentary Employee Meals & Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
• Owner subsidized on-island housing, inter-island airfare to Oahu and other resources
• Comprehensive learning and development programs to help you master your craft
• Energizing Employee Culture where you are encouraged to be your true self!

What This Job Offers

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